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The term "unsealed" in a biblical context often refers to the revealing or making known of divine mysteries, prophecies, or truths that were previously hidden or sealed. This concept is particularly significant in apocalyptic literature, where the unsealing of scrolls or books symbolizes the disclosure of God's plans and purposes for humanity and the world.

Biblical References:

1. Daniel 12:4, 9 : In the Book of Daniel, the prophet is instructed to "seal the book until the time of the end" (Daniel 12:4). This sealing indicates that the full understanding of the visions and prophecies given to Daniel would remain hidden until the appointed time. Later, in Daniel 12:9, it is reiterated, "Go on your way, Daniel, for the words are closed up and sealed until the time of the end." The unsealing, therefore, is associated with the end times when God's purposes will be fully revealed.

2. Revelation 5:1-5 : The Book of Revelation provides a vivid depiction of the unsealing process. John describes a scroll in the right hand of Him who sits on the throne, sealed with seven seals. A mighty angel proclaims, "Who is worthy to break the seals and open the scroll?" (Revelation 5:2). The Lamb, identified as Jesus Christ, is found worthy to open the scroll and its seals, signifying His authority to reveal and execute God's redemptive plan for the world.

3. Revelation 22:10 : In contrast to Daniel, John is instructed not to seal the words of the prophecy of his book: "Do not seal up the words of prophecy in this book, because the time is near." This command underscores the immediacy and relevance of the prophetic message for the early Christian community and for all believers throughout history.

Theological Significance:

The unsealing of divine mysteries is a theme that underscores God's sovereignty and the unfolding of His divine plan. It highlights the transition from hidden to revealed knowledge, emphasizing that God's purposes, though sometimes concealed, are ultimately made known to His people. The unsealing is often associated with the end times, a period characterized by the fulfillment of prophecy and the consummation of God's kingdom.

In the New Testament, the unsealing is closely linked to the person and work of Jesus Christ. As the Lamb who is worthy to open the scroll, Christ is central to the revelation of God's redemptive plan. His death and resurrection are pivotal events that unveil the mystery of salvation and the hope of eternal life for believers.

Practical Implications:

For believers, the concept of unsealing serves as a reminder of the importance of seeking understanding and wisdom from God. It encourages a posture of readiness and anticipation for the fulfillment of God's promises. The unsealing of divine truths calls Christians to live faithfully, with the assurance that God's purposes will be accomplished in His perfect timing.

The unsealing also invites believers to engage with Scripture, recognizing that while some aspects of God's plan may remain mysterious, He has revealed enough for His people to live in faith and obedience. The study of prophetic literature, such as Daniel and Revelation, can inspire hope and perseverance, as it points to the ultimate victory of Christ and the establishment of His eternal kingdom.
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Light and Sound
... Thou glorious Lord! mine eyes at last unsealed. Behold Thee now". ... Himself revealed!
O endless years of songs of Paradise. For ears unsealed! Footnotes: ...
/.../bevan/hymns of ter steegen and others second series/light and sound.htm

The Recovery and Revival of the Blessed Hope Itself.
... and "sealed;" second, that the book of Daniel should not remain a "sealed" book
for ever; third, that at "the Time of the End" it should be unsealed, for it ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/pink/the redeemers return/1 the recovery and revival.htm

Examples of Such Offences under the Old Dispensation no Pattern ...
... But when the Word of God descended into flesh,"(flesh) not unsealed even by
marriage,"and "the Word was made flesh," [772] "(flesh) never to be unsealed ...
/.../tertullian/on modesty/chapter vi examples of such offences.htm

The Mission of Little Children
... father's hand! How soon the fountains of affection are unsealed and the
mystery of human love takes possession of the hear! But ...
/.../chapin/the crown of thorns/the mission of little children.htm

Miracles of Healing Unsolicited.
... The well of life was henceforth to them an unsealed fountain, and endless currents
of essential life began to flow from it through their existence. ...
/.../macdonald/miracles of our lord/iv miracles of healing unsolicited.htm

The Rule of Veiling not Applicable to Children.
... both in body and in spirit they have mingled with a male, through the kiss and the
right hands, through which means they first in spirit unsealed their modesty ...
/.../tertullian/on the veiling of virgins/chapter xi the rule of veiling.htm

From the Fifth Chapter.
... For now His book is unsealed"now the offered victims are perceived"now the fabrication
of the priestly chrism; moreover the testimonies are openly ...
/.../commentary on the apocolypse of the blessed john/from the fifth chapter.htm

The Mourner's Creed.
... We should not so much have wondered to hear it after the grave, hard by, had been
rifled, and the silent lips of Lazarus had been unsealed; or had she stood ...
//christianbookshelf.org/macduff/memories of bethany/ix the mourners creed.htm

Mysterious Prophecies Revealed.
... the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end." Dan.12:4. We have reached
the time of the end"the evening, and the book is unsealed and revealed ...
//christianbookshelf.org/orr/the gospel day /mysterious prophecies revealed.htm

Es Wollt' Uns Gott Genaedig Sein. May God unto us Gracious Be.
... Eternal life possessing: That all thy work and will, o God, To us may be revealed,
And Christ's salvation spread abroad To heathen lands unsealed, And unto God ...
/.../bacon/the hymns of martin luther/xvi es wollt uns gott.htm

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Unsealed (4 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Unsealed (4 Occurrences). 2 Corinthians 6:11 O Corinthians,
our lips are unsealed to you: our heart is expanded. (WEY). ...
/u/unsealed.htm - 7k

Unsearchable (8 Occurrences)

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Unscrupulous (2 Occurrences)

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Expanded (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Expanded (2 Occurrences). 2 Corinthians 6:11 O Corinthians,
our lips are unsealed to you: our heart is expanded. (WEY DBY). ...
/e/expanded.htm - 7k

Lips (199 Occurrences)
... reconciled to God. (WEY). 2 Corinthians 6:11 O Corinthians, our lips are
unsealed to you: our heart is expanded. (WEY). 2 Corinthians ...
/l/lips.htm - 37k

Libraries
... The earthen vessel in which Jeremiah (32:14) puts the two "books" (translated "deeds"),
one sealed and one unsealed, was one of the commonest bookcases of the ...
/l/libraries.htm - 38k

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Unsealed (4 Occurrences)

2 Corinthians 6:11
O Corinthians, our lips are unsealed to you: our heart is expanded.
(WEY)

Nehemiah 6:5
Then sent Sanballat his servant to me in like manner the fifth time with an open letter in his hand,
(See NIV)

Jeremiah 32:11
So I took the deed of the purchase, both that which was sealed, containing the terms and conditions, and that which was open;
(See NIV)

Jeremiah 32:14
Thus says Yahweh of Armies, the God of Israel: Take these deeds, this deed of the purchase which is sealed, and this deed which is open, and put them in an earthen vessel; that they may continue many days.
(See NIV)

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