Topical Bible: Iron: First Recorded Use of Fetters

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Iron, a metal known for its strength and durability, is frequently mentioned in the Bible, symbolizing both strength and oppression. The first recorded use of iron fetters in the Scriptures is found in the account of Joseph, a key figure in the Book of Genesis.

In Genesis 37, Joseph, the favored son of Jacob, is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers. This act of betrayal sets the stage for Joseph's journey to Egypt, where he eventually rises to a position of great power. However, before his rise, Joseph endures significant hardship, including imprisonment. Psalm 105:17-18 provides insight into this period of Joseph's life: "He sent a man before them—Joseph, sold as a slave. They bruised his feet with shackles and placed his neck in irons."

This passage highlights the use of iron fetters as a means of restraint and suffering. The imagery of iron shackles emphasizes the severity of Joseph's bondage and the harsh conditions he faced. Iron, in this context, represents the oppressive power wielded by those who sought to control and subdue him.

The use of iron fetters in Joseph's account serves as a poignant reminder of the trials he endured before God's providence elevated him to a position of authority in Egypt. Despite the physical and emotional pain symbolized by the iron shackles, Joseph's faith and integrity remained steadfast, ultimately leading to his vindication and the fulfillment of God's plan for his life.

Iron, as a material, is mentioned throughout the Bible in various contexts, often symbolizing strength, resilience, and at times, oppression. The first recorded use of iron fetters in the account of Joseph underscores the dual nature of iron as both a tool of subjugation and a testament to the enduring strength of those who trust in God's promises.

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Psalm 105:18
Whose feet they hurt with fetters: he was laid in iron:
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Psalm 107:10,16
Such as sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, being bound in affliction and iron;
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Psalm 149:8
To bind their kings with chains, and their nobles with fetters of iron;
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Acts xvi. 13, 14
... which the best iron, that which is much used, or that which ... to night; and for them,
because their only use is to ... [826] This is the first recorded instance of ...
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Palestine under Pagan Kings.
... brass, legs of iron, and toes partly iron and partly ... of these ancient monarchies
were, at first, no more ... adorned with gold; and it is recorded, that Archelaus ...
/.../headley/half hours in bible lands volume 2/palestine under pagan kings.htm

An Exposition on the First Ten Chapters of Genesis, and Part of ...
... ever cleave one to another, "even as iron is not ... excellencies, infinitely and perfectly,
what is recorded of his ... image," he is also called "the first-born" of ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/an exposition on the first.htm

Chapter v
... as v.29 are preserved, and the iron fetters of routine ... The birth of this son is recorded
in such a ... For, first of all, departing from the stereotyped expression ...
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Upon Our Lord's SermonOn the Mount
... present world, " many instances of this stand recorded in all ... the generality of men,
at the first view of ... regard to ourselves, are chains of iron and fetters ...
/.../wesley/sermons on several occasions/sermon 26 upon our lords.htm

"Pray Without Ceasing"
... criest thou unto me?" And yet it is not recorded that Moses ... turn it aside if you
will; in an iron ship it ... In this matter seek first the kingdom of God and his ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 18 1872/pray without ceasing.htm

Unimpeachable Justice
... fulfilled instead of being simply recorded, and then ... The first condemnation to the
Christian, though exceedingly ... which you thought were of iron, will suddenly ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 2 1856/unimpeachable justice.htm

Of the Three Woe Trumpets.
... a multitude of enemies: For so it is recorded in the ... had breast-plates like
breast-plates of iron, and the ... caliphate of Bagdad (with which the first woe wholly ...
/.../mede/a key to the apocalypse/of the three woe trumpets.htm

Samson Conquered
... the most remarkable men whose history is recorded in the ... him, and his eyes are burned
out with hot iron. ... There is a minister; when he first began his ministry ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 4 1858/samson conquered.htm

A Miracle of Grace
... His soul had gone into iron bondage. ... I think I see him when he first got within sight
of ... Like that other great sinner, whose gratitude is recorded in the gospel ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 62 1916/a miracle of grace.htm