STACK
A stack is a gathered heap or shock of grain. In Exodus, the term refers to grain that has been cut and arranged in the field.
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Stacte
Stacte was a fragrant liquid or gum that formed one ingredient of the holy incense. It may have been drops of myrrh or another aromatic resin.
STAFF
A staff is a walking stick, shepherd’s rod, support, or symbol of authority. Scripture also uses the term for the poles carried with the ark and other holy furnishings, and figuratively for essential support.
STALK
A stalk is the standing stem of a plant or grain. Scripture uses the image to contrast a worthless sowing with the absence of a fruitful harvest.
STALL
A stall was a place where horses or cattle were tied, sheltered, and supplied with fodder. Animals were commonly kept in rooms or simple shelters rather than in modern separated stalls.
STAMMERER
A stammerer is one whose speech is inarticulate or difficult to understand. In prophetic passages, related language may also describe speech that sounds foreign, strange, or mocking.
Standards
Standards were military banners or emblems used to identify and guide armies. Ancient Assyrian and Egyptian standards often displayed animals, deities, royal symbols, or other sacred emblems.
STAR OF THE MAGI
The Star of the Magi was the sign that led the wise men from the East to the birthplace of Jesus. The Gospel emphasizes its divine guidance to the infant King rather than explaining its astronomical nature.
Star Of The Wise Men
The star of the wise men was the heavenly sign that guided the Magi to Jerusalem and Bethlehem to worship the newborn Jesus.
Star, Morning
The “morning star” is a figurative title of Jesus Christ, expressing his glory, royal authority, and hope for his faithful people. Christ promises to share his glory and kingdom with those who overcome.
Stargazers
Stargazers were astrologers who claimed to foretell events by observing the stars and their movements. Scripture presents such practices as unreliable and contrary to trust in God.
Stars
Stars are lights of the heavens, used to mark seasons and times. In Scripture they may also symbolize rulers, God’s people, the Messiah, angels, or heavenly signs, and their worship is condemned as idolatry.
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