Grease
TextsWhat is the meaning of Grease in the Bible?
The Hebrew word 'gres' appears in a metaphorical sense to describe a state of being prosperous yet dull, gross, and brutal, as seen in Psalm 119:70 and Isaiah 6:10.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding this metaphor clarifies how biblical authors used physical heaviness and insensitivity to represent a heart that is unresponsive to divine instruction.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Manuscript & Literary Context: Notice how Grease functions as an authoritative historical witness connecting earlier prophetic promises with scripture's broader fulfillment.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Grease in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Grease clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Psalm 119:70Isaiah 6:10
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Grease." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/grease/