Attraction, in the biblical context, encompasses both physical and spiritual dimensions, reflecting the multifaceted nature of human relationships and divine interaction. The Bible addresses attraction in various forms, including the attraction between individuals, the allure of sin, and the drawing power of God’s love.

Physical Attraction

Physical attraction is acknowledged in the Scriptures, often in the context of marital relationships. The Song of Solomon is a poetic celebration of romantic love and physical attraction between a bride and groom. It highlights the beauty and desirability of the beloved, as seen in passages like Song of Solomon 4:7, "You are altogether beautiful, my darling; there is no flaw in you." This book underscores the sanctity and joy of marital love, affirming that physical attraction within marriage is a gift from God.

Spiritual Attraction

Beyond the physical, the Bible speaks of a deeper, spiritual attraction. This is seen in the relationship between God and His people. Jesus Christ, in His earthly ministry, drew people to Himself through His teachings, miracles, and divine love. In John 12:32, Jesus states, "And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all men to Myself." This verse highlights the magnetic power of Christ’s sacrificial love, which attracts believers to Him.

Attraction to Sin

The Bible also warns of the deceptive nature of sinful attraction. James 1:14-15 explains, "But each one is tempted when by his own evil desires he is lured away and enticed. Then after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death." This passage illustrates how sinful desires can lead individuals away from God, emphasizing the need for vigilance and reliance on the Holy Spirit to resist temptation.

God’s Attraction to Humanity

God’s attraction to humanity is rooted in His love and desire for a relationship with His creation. Despite human sinfulness, God continually reaches out to draw people to Himself. Jeremiah 31:3 expresses this divine attraction: "The LORD appeared to us in the past, saying: 'I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.'" This verse reveals God’s persistent and loving pursuit of His people.

Interpersonal Relationships

In interpersonal relationships, attraction should be guided by biblical principles. Believers are encouraged to seek relationships that honor God and reflect His love. 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 provides a blueprint for love that transcends mere physical attraction, emphasizing patience, kindness, and truth.

Conclusion

Attraction, as presented in the Bible, is a complex interplay of physical, emotional, and spiritual elements. It is a powerful force that can lead individuals toward God’s purposes or away from them, depending on how it is directed. The Scriptures provide guidance on navigating attraction in a way that honors God and fosters healthy, loving relationships.1 Corinthians 6:18
Flee fornication. Every sin that a man does is without the body; but he that commits fornication sins against his own body.
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Leviticus 20:13
If a man also lie with mankind, as he lies with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination: they shall surely be put to death; their blood shall be on them.
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Romans 1:26-27
For this cause God gave them up to vile affections: for even their women did change the natural use into that which is against nature:
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1 Corinthians 6:9-10
Know you not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind,
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Leviticus 18:22
You shall not lie with mankind, as with womankind: it is abomination.
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1. (n.) An invisible power in a body by which it draws anything to itself; the power in nature acting mutually between bodies or ultimate particles, tending to draw them together, or to produce their cohesion or combination, and conversely resisting separation.

2. (n.) The act or property of attracting; the effect of the power or operation of attraction.

3. (n.) The power or act of alluring, drawing to, inviting, or engaging; an attractive quality; as, the attraction of beauty or eloquence.

4. (n.) That which attracts; an attractive object or feature.

Attraction of the Cross.
... 247. " Attraction of the Cross. 247. SM Doddridge. Attraction of the Cross.
1 Behold th' amazing sight, The Saviour lifted high! ...
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Letter xvii. --Attraction to the Interior Life.
... SECOND BOOK: ON THE EXERCISE OF THE VIRTUE OF ABANDONMENT Letter XVII."Attraction
to the Interior Life. To Mother Marie-Anne-Sophie de Rottembourg (1738). ...
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Of Perfect Conversion, which is an Effect of this Method of Prayer ...
... OF PERFECT CONVERSION, WHICH IS AN EFFECT OF THIS METHOD OF PRAYER"TWO OF ITS AIDS,
THE ATTRACTION OF GOD, AND THE CENTRAL INCLINATION OF THE SOUL. ...
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And Thus Your Difficulty is Removed: Attraction or Drawing is ...
... [Way-3-20] And thus your difficulty is removed: attraction or drawing is
rightly ascribed to the desire? And thus your difficulty ...
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John and Andrew, Disciples of John, Attach Themselves to Jesus. ...
... DISCIPLES. Section 113. John and Andrew, Disciples of John, attach themselves
to Jesus."Gradual Attraction of others. These words ...
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Letter xiii. --Peace and Confidence.
... Then one feels neither taste for, nor attraction to virtue, but, on the contrary,
disgust and discouragement of which the devil does not fail to take advantage ...
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Letter xvi. --The Operations of Grace.
... Your great attraction towards simplicity is a grace that can have no other effect
than to unite you more closely with God, for simplicity tends to unity, and ...
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What Yokes are For
... The weight of a load depends upon the attraction of the earth. But suppose
the attraction of the earth were removed? A ton on some ...
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Causes of Corruption Chiefly Intentional.
... INTENTIONAL. III. ATTRACTION. Sec. 1. ... disappear. Let this be called the error of
Attraction. The phenomena of Assimilation' are entirely distinct. ...
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To Estimate Degrees of Excellence.
... Their state of life and their attraction show this clearly enough. ... An attraction
and inspiration are then the signs of the divine approval. ...
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Attraction (3 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) The act or property of attracting; the effect of the power or operation
of attraction. ... Multi-Version Concordance Attraction (3 Occurrences). ...
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Affinity (4 Occurrences)
... 4. (n.) That attraction which takes place, at an insensible distance, between the
heterogeneous particles of bodies, and unites them to form chemical compounds ...
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Link (2 Occurrences)
... Cf. Chain, n., 4. 8. (n.) A bond of affinity, or a unit of valence between
atoms; -- applied to a unit of chemical force or attraction. ...
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Gravity (3 Occurrences)
... 4. (n.) The tendency of a mass of matter toward a center of attraction; esp., the
tendency of a body toward the center of the earth; terrestrial gravitation. ...
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Gihon (6 Occurrences)
... Miriam ("the spring of the lady Mary"), or commonly as the "Virgin's Fount." It
is the one true spring of Jerusalem, the original source of attraction to the ...
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Witch (2 Occurrences)
... 4. (n.) One who exercises more than common power of attraction; a charming or
bewitching person; also, one given to mischief; -- said especially of a woman or ...
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Wick (10 Occurrences)
... n.) A bundle of fibers, or a loosely twisted or braided cord, tape, or tube, usually
made of soft spun cotton threads, which by capillary attraction draws up a ...
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Irresistible (1 Occurrence)
... (a.) That can not be successfully withstood or opposed; superior to opposition;
resistless; overpowering; as, an irresistible attraction. ...
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Maccabaeus
... Even before his reign many Jews had yielded to the attraction of Greek thought and
custom, and the accession of a ruler like Antiochus Epiphanes greatly ...
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Power (862 Occurrences)
... capability of producing an effect, whether physical or moral: potency; might; as,
a man of great power; the power of capillary attraction; money gives power. ...
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