Enquiring of God

Requesting from God a definite direct response to a particular question. In the OT, people are frequently said to enquire of God for knowledge or guidance, often through the intermediacy of a priest or prophet.

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Enquiring of God for knowledge Ge 25:22–23 See also Jdg 13:17; Jdg 18:5–6; 1 Sa 10:22 Enquiring of God for guidance 2 Sa 2:1 See also Jdg 20:18; Jdg 20:23; Jdg 20:27–28; 1 Sa 23:2; 1 Sa 23:4; 1 Sa 30:8; 2 Sa 5:19; 2 Sa 5:23 Enquiring of God through intermediaries Priests Jdg 18:5–6 See also Nu 27:18–21;…