The concept of being "unhurt" in the Bible often signifies divine protection and deliverance from harm, reflecting God's sovereignty and care for His people. This theme is prevalent throughout both the Old and New Testaments, illustrating God's ability to preserve His faithful servants in the midst of danger.

Old Testament Examples

One of the most notable instances of being unhurt is found in the account of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the Book of Daniel. When these three Hebrew men refused to bow down to King Nebuchadnezzar's golden image, they were cast into a fiery furnace. However, they emerged unscathed, a testament to God's miraculous protection. Daniel 3:27 states, "The satraps, prefects, governors, and royal advisers crowded around them. They saw that the fire had no effect on the bodies of these men; not a hair of their heads was singed, their robes were unaffected, and there was no smell of fire on them."

Similarly, Daniel himself experienced divine protection when he was thrown into the lions' den for defying a royal edict. Daniel 6:22 records Daniel's testimony: "My God sent His angel and shut the mouths of the lions, and they have not harmed me, because I was found innocent before Him; nor have I done any harm to you, O king."

New Testament Examples

In the New Testament, the theme of being unhurt is also evident. The Apostle Paul, during his missionary journeys, encountered numerous dangers but was often delivered from harm. In Acts 28:3-5 , Paul is bitten by a viper on the island of Malta, yet he suffers no ill effects: "But when Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks and laid them on the fire, a viper, driven out by the heat, fastened itself to his hand. When the islanders saw the creature hanging from his hand, they said to one another, 'Surely this man is a murderer. Although he was saved from the sea, Justice has not allowed him to live.' But Paul shook the creature off into the fire and suffered no ill effects."

Theological Significance

The instances of being unhurt in the Bible underscore the belief in God's providential care and His ability to protect His people from physical harm. These narratives serve as powerful reminders of God's faithfulness and His power to deliver those who trust in Him. They also highlight the importance of faith and obedience, as those who experienced divine protection were often those who remained steadfast in their commitment to God, even in the face of persecution or danger.

Spiritual Application

For believers, the concept of being unhurt extends beyond physical safety to encompass spiritual well-being. The assurance of God's protection is a source of comfort and strength, encouraging Christians to remain faithful amidst trials and tribulations. The Apostle Paul, in Romans 8:31 , encapsulates this assurance: "What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?"

In summary, the biblical theme of being unhurt serves as a testament to God's protective power and His unwavering commitment to those who are faithful to Him. It encourages believers to trust in God's sovereignty and to find peace in His promises, knowing that He is able to preserve them through all circumstances.

Argument. From the Prison they are Led Forth with Joy into the ...
... They are Scourged, They are Thrown to the Wild Beasts. Saturus Twice is Unhurt. ...
And so Saturus for the second time is recalled unhurt. ...
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But Although Patience be a virtue of the Mind...
... In itself it exercises patience, when, the body remaining unhurt and untouched,
the mind is goaded by any adversities or filthinesses of things or words, to do ...
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On the Second Part of the Psalm.
... reach thy body, even as the sword of the persecutors reached the body of the Martyrs,
but when the body had been smitten, "the heart" remained unhurt; but his ...
/.../augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/on the second part of.htm

The General Service to Two or Many Martyrs.
... Bound by the enemies were ye led and shut up in dungeons for long periods, yet,
preserved by faith, ye did remain unhurt, and having been separated from your ...
/.../anonymous/the general menaion/chapter xv the general service.htm

The General Service to a Monk.
... Having preserved unhurt that which is in the image, andhaving through fasting made
thy mind master over the perilous passions, thou hast ascended as far as ...
/.../anonymous/the general menaion/chapter xii the general service.htm

The General Service to a Monk-Martyr.
... After the 50th Psalm, the Sticheron, Tone 8 : Having preserved that which is in
the image, unhurt, thou didst, O holy father (mentioned by name), with regard ...
/.../anonymous/the general menaion/chapter xviii the general service.htm

Severinus in Germany.
... Therefore, only be quick; but remember this before all things, bring all the barbarians
you take captive unhurt to me." Thus the Tribune went forth. ...
/.../neander/light in the dark places/severinus in germany.htm

The Lone Man who Went Before
... This sense of utter dependence was natural to Him; as indeed it is natural
to man unhurt by sin. And then He carefully cultivated it. ...
/.../gordon/quiet talks on following the christ/the lone man who went.htm

The General Service to one Martyr.
... A wall unassailable art thou for us Christians, O Theotokos Virgin, for, having
recourse unto thee, we remain unhurt and, when we sin afresh, we have in thee ...
/.../anonymous/the general menaion/chapter xiv the general service.htm

The Passion of the Holy Martyrs Perpetua and Felicitas
... All Refuse to Put on Profane Garments. They are Scourged, They are Thrown
to the Wild Beasts. Saturus Twice is Unhurt. Perpetua ...
/.../tertullian/the passion of the holy martyrs perpetua and felicitas/

Unhurt (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Unhurt (2 Occurrences). Acts 28:5 He, however,
shook the reptile off into the fire and was unhurt. (WEY). ...
/u/unhurt.htm - 6k

Unhonoured (1 Occurrence)

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Unhypocritical (1 Occurrence)

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Reptile (3 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Reptile (3 Occurrences). Acts 28:5 He, however,
shook the reptile off into the fire and was unhurt. (WEY). ...
/r/reptile.htm - 8k

Pekah (11 Occurrences)
... ravaged. Those taken to Samaria were, however, returned, unhurt, to Jericho
by the advice of the prophet Oded (2 Chronicles 28:5-15). ...
/p/pekah.htm - 19k

Safe (388 Occurrences)
... 1. (superl.) Free from harm, injury, or risk; untouched or unthreatened by danger
or injury; unharmed; unhurt; secure; whole; as, safe from disease; safe from ...
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Sincere (18 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (superl.) Pure; unmixed; unadulterated. 2. (superl.)
Whole; perfect; unhurt; uninjured. 3. (superl.) Being ...
/s/sincere.htm - 14k

Shadrach (14 Occurrences)
... nego over the affairs of the province of Babylon (Daniel 2). With Meshach and
Abed-nego, Shadrach was cast into a fiery furnace, but escaped unhurt (Daniel 3 ...
/s/shadrach.htm - 14k

Escape (142 Occurrences)
... Romans 15:31 asking that I may escape unhurt from those in Judaea who are disobedient,
and that the service which I am going to Jerusalem to render may be well ...
/e/escape.htm - 38k

Render (95 Occurrences)
... Romans 15:31 asking that I may escape unhurt from those in Judaea who are disobedient,
and that the service which I am going to Jerusalem to render may be well ...
/r/render.htm - 36k

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