Bible Dictionary
AWAKE
Awake ordinarily means to rise from sleep, but Scripture also uses it figuratively for moral and spiritual renewal. It can describe awakening from spiritual death, resurrection from the grave, or renewed zeal for God.
Biblical Usage
The Bible speaks of awakening from spiritual death, awakening to moral strength, and awaking from the grave in resurrection. It also uses the word poetically for music, wind, battle, affection, and God’s response to prayer.