Silence in the Bible is pregnant. Often when we encounter silence in the Bible, it’s an indicator that something momentous is about to happen. Something new is about to be created. The prophet Elijah is faced with silence, or in some biblical renderings a quiet whisper, right before the presence of God finds him hiding for his life in a cave (1 Kings 19:12). Jewish tradition says that silence accompanied the Spirit’s hovering over dark void before God created the world (4 Esra 6:39). Imagine that: a dense, pregnant silence through which the world is about to be birthed.
Your time spent in silence is so fruitful ! This is a fascinating piece, Mark. I am so grateful for the insights you share. I especially value your reminders that the Roman Empire loomed with its oppressive hand , casting a pall on life in those times. Revelations has always been an enigma
for me.
I remember watching Bergman's Seventh Seal when I was in
college. The theme was totally lost on me. Recently, I watched a film called "Bergman Island". It was filmed on Bergman Island, which apparently has become a popular tourist destination.
I did not realize that silence was important in Revelation. It gives me hope when I read that silence is pregnant with new creation at the end. Thank-you.
Your time spent in silence is so fruitful ! This is a fascinating piece, Mark. I am so grateful for the insights you share. I especially value your reminders that the Roman Empire loomed with its oppressive hand , casting a pall on life in those times. Revelations has always been an enigma
for me.
I remember watching Bergman's Seventh Seal when I was in
college. The theme was totally lost on me. Recently, I watched a film called "Bergman Island". It was filmed on Bergman Island, which apparently has become a popular tourist destination.
I recommend the film.
Thanks for this illuminating work !
Thanks for reading, Merry, and wishing you well! I'll have to check out Bergman Island...
I did not realize that silence was important in Revelation. It gives me hope when I read that silence is pregnant with new creation at the end. Thank-you.
Glad to hear it, Anne-Marie, thanks for reading!