The Shield in the Bible
God's protection and the shield of faith.
The shield in the Bible is a picture of God Himself as the believer's defence — 'the Lord is my shield' — and of faith, by which the saint quenches the fiery darts of the wicked one.
Key KJV Verses
"...Fear not, Abram: I am thy shield, and thy exceeding great reward."
"The Lord is my rock, and my fortress...my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower."
"Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked."
God my shield
From Abraham onward, the Lord names Himself the shield of His people — covering them in every danger.
Shield of faith
Paul commands believers to take faith as a shield — trust in God's promises that extinguishes every fiery dart of the enemy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the shield symbolize in the Bible?
God's personal protection and the believer's faith that turns aside the enemy's attacks.
What is the shield of faith?
Active trust in God's word and promises, by which spiritual assaults are quenched.
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