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# run, running #
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## Definition: ##
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Literally the term "run" refers to moving very quickly on foot, usually at a much faster pace than walking.
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This main meaning of "run" is also used in figurative expressions such as the following:
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* "run in such a way as to win the prize"– refers to persevering in doing God's will with the same perseverance as running a race in order to win.
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* "run in the path of your commands" – means to gladly and quickly obey God's commands.
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* "run after other gods" – means to persist in worshiping other gods.
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* "I run to you to hide me" – means to quickly turn to God for refuge and safety when faced with difficult things.
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Other figurative meanings of "run":
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* Water and other liquids such as tears, blood, sweat, and rivers are said to "run." This could also be translated as, "flow."
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* The border of a country or region is said to "run along" a river or the border of a different country. This could be translated as "its border is next to" or "it borders."
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* Rivers and streams can "run dry," which means that they no longer have water in them. This could be translated as "have dried up" or "have become dry."
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* The days of a feast can "run their course," which means they "have passed by" or "are finished" or "are over."
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(See also: [falsegod](../kt/falsegod.md) **·** [perseverance](../other/perseverance.md) **·** [refuge](../kt/refuge.md) **·** [turn](../kt/turn.md))
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## Bible References: ##
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* [1 Corinthians 06:18](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/1co/06/18)
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* [Galatians 02:1-2](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/gal/02/01)
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* [Galatians 05:5-8](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/gal/05/05)
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* [Philippians 02:14-16](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/php/02/14)
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* [Proverbs 01:15-17](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/pro/01/15)
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