Flax
Flax was a cultivated plant whose fibers were processed into linen, cords, bands, and clothing. It was grown in Egypt and Palestine, and its stalks were dried and prepared for manufacture.
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Flea
A small insect mentioned when David compared himself to a flea before Saul, emphasizing his insignificance and the disproportionate pursuit against him. In Scripture, the flea represents something tiny and seemingly unworthy of pursuit.
Fleece
The wool of a sheep, whether still attached to the animal or already shorn. Gideon used a fleece in a sign involving dew before acting against Midian.
Flesh
In Scripture, flesh may mean the physical substance or whole body of humans and animals, humanity generally, or family relationship. In the New Testament it can also describe human weakness and the sinful nature opposed to the Spirit, while Christ’s incarnation is described as the Word becoming flesh.
Flesh-hook
A many-pronged fork used by priests to remove portions of sacrificial meat from the altar. It was one of the utensils associated with Israel’s sacrificial service.
Flint
A very hard stone found abundantly in the lands of the Bible and used for sharp knives. Scripture also uses flint figuratively for firmness, resoluteness, and hardness of face.
Flood
The term may refer to Noah’s great deluge, the waters of the Red Sea, or various rivers and torrents such as the Euphrates and Jordan. Figuratively, floods can picture overwhelming danger, ungodliness, or destruction.
Floor
A level surface in or near a house, or a place used for threshing grain. Biblical references include ordinary floors and the threshing-floor where grain was separated from its husks.
Flour
Grain ground into meal and used in bread, cakes, and other foods. Fine flour was also presented with certain sacrifices, including offerings made under the Mosaic law.
FLOURISH
To flourish means to bud, bloom, grow, prosper, or become fresh and vigorous. Scripture uses the image for plants, people, righteousness, and renewed care or affection.
Flowers
Flowers are mentioned as signs of beauty and as part of gardens and fragrant places. Their brief life provides a biblical image of the temporary nature of human life and earthly glory.
Flute
A pipe-like musical instrument, probably made from reeds or other materials. Flutes were used in public celebrations and were played by mourners at the death of a ruler’s daughter.
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