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shield

Definition:

A shield is an object held by a soldier in battle to protect himself from being injured by the enemy's weapons. "To shield" someone means to protect that person from harm.

• Shields were often circular or oval in shape and were made of materials such as leather, wood, or metal that were sturdy and thick enough to keep a sword or arrow from piercing them.
• Using this term as a metaphor, the Bible refers to God as a protective shield for his people. (See: Metaphor)
• Paul also talks about the "shield of faith," which is a figurative way of saying that believing in Jesus, and living out that faith in obedience to God, will protect believers from spiritual attacks from Satan.

Bible References:

• 1 Kings 14:25-26
• 2 Chronicles 23:8-9
• 2 Samuel 22:36-37
• Deuteronomy 33:29
• Psalms 018:35-36