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1. (v. i.) To sleep; especially, to sleep lightly; to doze. 2. (v. i.) To be in a state of negligence, sloth, supineness, or inactivity. 3. (v. t.) To lay to sleep. 4. (v. t.) To stun; to stupefy. 5. (n.) Sleep; especially, light sleep; sleep that is not deep or sound; repose. Greek. 3573. nustazo -- to nod in sleep, to fall asleep.
98 Bible Verses about Slumber Proverbs 6:10-11 ESV / 38 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, and poverty will come upon you like a robber, and want like an armed man.
Etymologically, the word translated “slumber” would seem to agree better with the marginal rendering, “remorse.” It comes from a root meaning to “prick or cut with a sharp instrument.” There happens to be another root somewhat similar, but certainly not connected, which means “drowsiness,” “slumber.”
At such a time even the wise and good are apt to slumber, and the crisis, which is to them, if not to the world at large, as the bridegroom’s coming, takes them by surprise; but they have, what the foolish have not, the reserved force of steadfast faith and divine help to fall back upon.
Sep 13, 2017 · What’s the big deal? Why should we be concerned about yielding to slumber? Slumber needs a point of access in order to be allowed to operate. Some ways that we give the spirit of slumber a foothold in our lives is through unbelief (Romans 11:7-23), rebellion (Jer. 5:21-23), Ezek. 12:1-2), and hardness of heart.
Introduction. Sleep is a fundamental part of the human experience, essential for maintaining physical health and mental well-being. However, the concept of slumber extends beyond mere physical rest in the realm of the Bible.
What the Bible says about Spirit of Slumber. (From Forerunner Commentary) Romans 11:2-3. God Himself has kept Israel from seeing and hearing (understanding and applying) His truth, giving Israel a spirit of slumber to make possible the salvation of the Gentiles.
