Susanchites
The Susanchites were inhabitants of Susa or the surrounding region of Susiana. They joined other officials in opposing the rebuilding of Jerusalem and the temple.
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Susanna
Susanna was a woman who, with other faithful women, supported Jesus and his disciples from her resources. Her name means “lily.”
Susi
Susi was the father of Gaddi, the representative of Manasseh among the twelve spies sent to inspect Canaan.
Swallow
The swallow is a swift, migratory bird known for its tireless flight, nesting near human dwellings, and distinctive call. Scripture mentions it as a picture of freedom, movement, and a bird finding a home near God’s altar.
Swan
“Swan” is an older translation of a bird named among those forbidden as food. Modern translations generally identify the Hebrew term as the horned owl or another water bird rather than an actual swan.
Swearing
Swearing refers to making an oath or solemn declaration. Scripture distinguishes truthful, lawful oaths from false swearing, perjury, and careless or sinful speech.
Sweat, Bloody
Jesus’ sweat in Gethsemane is described as being like great drops or clots of blood falling to the ground. The passage presents the intense physical manifestation of his anguish before the crucifixion.
SWELL
“Swell” may describe the swelling of the abdomen in the ordeal of the water of jealousy. It also describes the feet of Israelites that did not swell during their wilderness journeys, a sign of God’s protection.
Swelling
The “swelling” or pride of Jordan refers to the dense, luxuriant thickets along the Jordan River, which provided cover for lions and other wild animals. The New Testament also uses swelling figuratively for pride and self-conceit.
SWIFT BEASTS
“Swift beasts” is an older rendering of terms referring either to dromedaries or swift riding animals. In another passage the related word denotes a swift horse or steed.
Swine
Swine, including the wild boar, were considered unclean and were forbidden as food under the Mosaic law. In the New Testament they appear in the accounts of the Gadarene demons and the prodigal son, and as a figure of moral uncleanness.
SWOLLEN
“Swollen” describes the inflammation expected after Paul was bitten by a viper on Malta. The islanders expected this visible effect, but Paul suffered no harm.
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