In biblical terms, "procuring" generally refers to the act of obtaining or acquiring something, often with the implication of careful planning or effort. This concept can be seen throughout the Scriptures in various contexts, including the acquisition of goods, resources, or even spiritual wisdom.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, procuring is often associated with the gathering of resources or provisions. For example, Joseph's role in Egypt involved the procurement of grain during the years of plenty to prepare for the years of famine. Genesis 41:48-49 states, "During those seven years of abundance, the land brought forth bountifully. So Joseph collected all the excess food in the land of Egypt and stored it in the cities. In every city he put the food grown in the fields surrounding it."

The Proverbs also speak to the wisdom of procuring knowledge and understanding. Proverbs 4:7 advises, "Wisdom is supreme; so acquire wisdom. And whatever you may acquire, gain understanding." This highlights the importance of seeking and obtaining wisdom as a valuable pursuit.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, procuring takes on a more spiritual dimension. The parable of the ten virgins in Matthew 25:1-13 illustrates the importance of being prepared and procuring what is necessary for the coming of the bridegroom. The wise virgins procured extra oil for their lamps, while the foolish ones did not, leading to their exclusion from the wedding feast.

The Apostle Paul also speaks to the idea of procuring spiritual gifts and virtues. In 1 Corinthians 12:31 , he encourages believers to "earnestly desire the greater gifts." This suggests an active pursuit of spiritual enrichment and empowerment.

Moral and Ethical Implications

From a moral and ethical standpoint, procuring in the biblical sense often involves diligence, foresight, and a commitment to righteousness. The Bible warns against procuring through dishonest or unethical means. Proverbs 21:6 states, "Making a fortune by a lying tongue is a vanishing mist, a deadly pursuit." This underscores the importance of integrity in the process of acquisition.

Furthermore, the Scriptures emphasize the responsibility that comes with procuring resources. In Luke 12:48 , Jesus teaches, "From everyone who has been given much, much will be required; and from him who has been entrusted with much, even more will be demanded." This principle highlights the stewardship aspect of procuring, where individuals are accountable for how they use what they have acquired.

Conclusion

While the Bible does not explicitly use the term "procuring" frequently, the concept is woven throughout its teachings, emphasizing the importance of preparation, wisdom, and ethical conduct in the acquisition of both material and spiritual goods.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Procure.4200. porismos -- a providing, a means of gain
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Those who Give Drugs for Procuring Abortion, and those who Receive ...
... The Sixth Ecumenical Council. Canon XCI. Those who give drugs for procuring
abortion, and those who receive poisons to kill the? ...
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How Christ Performed the Office of Redeemer in Procuring Our ...
... CHAPTER 16. HOW CHRIST PERFORMED THE OFFICE OF REDEEMER IN PROCURING OUR SALVATION. ...
HOW CHRIST PERFORMED THE OFFICE OF REDEEMER IN PROCURING OUR SALVATION. ...
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Shewing How a Simple and Ready Obedience is the Only Means of for ...
... CHAP. IX. Shewing how a simple and ready Obedience is the only means of for walking,
safely in the inward Way, and of procuring internal Peace. 66. ...
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Whether a Bishop May Lawfully Forsake the Episcopal Cure, in Order ...
... sheep.". At times, however, it happens in several ways that a bishop is hindered
from procuring the spiritual welfare of his subjects. ...
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The Life of Mr. David Black.
... concerning external things; the one persuading by the spiritual word, the other
compelling by the temporal sword; the one spiritually procuring the edification ...
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Argument. The Two Former Books Treated of God the Creator and ...
... This Book, which contains a full exposition of the Third Part of the Apostles' Creed,
treats of the mode of procuring the grace of Christ, the benefits which ...
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Whether Our Atmosphere is the Demons' Place of Punishment?
... It was fitting for this procuring of man's welfare to be brought about through the
wicked spirits, lest they should cease to be of service in the natural order ...
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Whether the Body of Man was Given an Apt Disposition?
... First, because the senses are given to man, not only for the purpose of procuring
the necessaries of life, which they are bestowed on other animals, but also ...
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Liturgy of St. Dionysius, Bishop of the Athenians .
... Pr. "Through His alighting upon them, and His overshadowing, may He make this bread
indeed, living body, and procuring life to our souls; body salutary"body ...
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The Birth of England's Foreign Missions
... which his contemporaries advanced"their distance from us, their barbarism, the danger
of being killed by them, the difficulty of procuring the necessaries of ...
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Procuring (2 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Procure. Multi-Version
Concordance Procuring (2 Occurrences). John 18:3 Judas then ...
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Death (1610 Occurrences)
... THE DEATH OF CHRIST is the procuring cause incidentally of all the blessings
men enjoy on earth. But specially it is the procuring...
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Atonement (112 Occurrences)
... a) the fact of union with God, and this always looked upon as (b) a broken union
to be restored or an ideal union to be realized, (c) the procuring cause of ...
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Jacob (361 Occurrences)
... When Isaac was about 160 years of age, Jacob and his mother conspired to deceive
the aged patriarch (Genesis 27), with the view of procuring the transfer of ...
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Jesse (45 Occurrences)
... The last reference to him is of David's procuring for him an asylum with
the king of Moab (1 Samuel 22:3). Noah Webster's Dictionary. ...
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Tooth (7 Occurrences)
... 8. (n.) Any hard calcareous or chitinous organ found in the mouth of various
invertebrates and used in feeding or procuring food; as, the teeth of a mollusk ...
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Trade (33 Occurrences)
... 5. (n.) The business which a person has learned, and which he engages in, for procuring
subsistence, or for profit; occupation; especially, mechanical ...
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Recommendation (2 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) That which recommends, or commends to favor; anything procuring, or tending
to procure, a favorable reception, or to secure acceptance and adoption; as ...
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Prodded (1 Occurrence)

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Procureth (2 Occurrences)

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