Kick
Culture & SocietyWhat is the meaning of Kick in the Bible?
In Acts 9:4-5, an unseen voice says to Saul 'Why persecutest thou me? It is hard for thee to kick against the goad', referring to a proverb in Greek and Latin literature about an ox resisting guidance.
SIGNIFICANCE
This passage highlights Paul's persecution as a futile resistance to God's leading, emphasizing the importance of surrendering to divine guidance.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Ancient Cultural Lens: Avoid applying 21st-century Western assumptions to Kick. Examine how first-century or Near Eastern listeners understood this practice within their daily social dynamics.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Kick in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Kick clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Acts 9:4-5
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
"Kick." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/kick/