Bible Dictionary
Eye
The eye is the physical organ of sight and is frequently used figuratively in Scripture for perception, desire, disposition, and spiritual understanding. Expressions such as the evil eye, bountiful eye, and eyes of God convey moral or spiritual realities.
Biblical Usage
Biblical expressions include the evil eye, bountiful eye, haughty eyes, lust of the eyes, and eyes full of adultery. The eyes of God symbolize His omniscience, watchfulness, and care, while the enlightened eye represents spiritual understanding.
Scripture References
Numbers 11:7
Exodus 10:5
Exodus 10:15
Numbers 22:5
Numbers 22:11
Numbers 14:14
Exodus 13:9
Exodus 13:16
Proverbs 23:31
Genesis 44:21
Job 24:23
Jeremiah 39:12
Matthew 20:15
Proverbs 22:9
Isaiah 3:16
1 John 2:16
Ephesians 6:6
Colossians 3:22
1 Samuel 11:2
Judges 16:21
2 Kings 25:7
2 Kings 9:30
Jeremiah 4:30
Ezekiel 23:40