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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Ruddier</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/r/ruddier.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/lamentations/4-7.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/r/ruddier.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Ruddier</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/r/rudders.htm" title="Rudders">◄</a> Ruddier <a href="/topical/r/ruddy.htm" title="Ruddy">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#lib" title="Library">Library</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>The term "ruddier" is derived from the word "ruddy," which is used in the Bible to describe a healthy, reddish complexion. This term is often associated with vitality, health, and attractiveness. In the context of the Bible, "ruddier" is used to describe individuals who possess a vibrant and appealing appearance.<br><br>One of the most notable uses of the term is found in the description of King David. In <a href="/1_samuel/16-12.htm">1 Samuel 16:12</a> , when Samuel is sent to anoint the next king of Israel, David is described as "ruddy, with beautiful eyes and a handsome appearance." This description highlights David's youthful vigor and physical attractiveness, which set him apart even before his anointing as king.<br><br>The term "ruddier" also appears in the poetic and allegorical language of the Song of Solomon. In <a href="/songs/5-10.htm">Song of Solomon 5:10</a> , the bride describes her beloved as "radiant and ruddy, outstanding among ten thousand." Here, "ruddier" is used to convey the beloved's exceptional beauty and desirability, emphasizing the deep affection and admiration the bride holds for him.<br><br>In <a href="/lamentations/4-7.htm">Lamentations 4:7</a> , the term is used in a more somber context: "Her princes were brighter than snow, whiter than milk, their bodies were more ruddy than rubies, their appearance like lapis lazuli." This verse reflects on the former glory and splendor of Jerusalem's leaders before the city's downfall, using "ruddier" to evoke a sense of lost beauty and nobility.<br><br>From a theological perspective, the use of "ruddier" in these passages can be seen as a reflection of God's creation and the inherent beauty found in His design. The physical descriptions serve not only to highlight individual characteristics but also to symbolize deeper spiritual truths, such as the anointing of David as a man after God's own heart or the idealized love in the Song of Solomon.<br><br>In summary, "ruddier" in the Bible is a term that conveys beauty, health, and vitality. It is used to describe individuals who are set apart by their appearance, often symbolizing deeper spiritual qualities and divine favor.<a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/unknown/the_apocalypse_of_peter/the_apocalypse_of_peter.htm"><span class="l">The Apocalypse of Peter.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> 8. And as we looked upon them, we were astounded; for their bodies were whiter than<br> any snow and <b>ruddier</b> than any rose; [3884] 9, and the red thereof was <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../unknown/the apocalypse of peter/the apocalypse of peter.htm</font><p><a href="/library/maclaren/expositions_of_holy_scripture_j/guidance_in_judgment.htm"><span class="l">Guidance in Judgment</span></a> <br><b>...</b> In the spectrum analysis of that great light there are the two lines; the one purest<br> white of righteousness, and the other tinged with a <b>ruddier</b> glow, the line <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture j/guidance in judgment.htm</font><p><a href="/library/augustine/the_confessions_and_letters_of_st/letter_ccxlv_to_possidius.htm"><span class="l">Letter ccxlv. To Possidius</span></a> <br><b>...</b> [3013] As to the use of pigments by women in colouring the face, in order to have<br> a <b>ruddier</b> or a fairer complexion, this is a dishonest artifice, by which I am <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../augustine/the confessions and letters of st/letter ccxlv to possidius.htm</font><p><a href="/library/spurgeon/spurgeons_sermons_volume_17_1871/marah_or_the_bitter_waters.htm"><span class="l">Marah; Or, the Bitter Waters Sweetened</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Is it but another trial for thee, be sure of that, for they who have withstood the<br> northern blast and grown the <b>ruddier</b> and stronger for its influence, have <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 17 1871/marah or the bitter waters.htm</font><p><a href="/library/maclaren/expositions_of_holy_scripture_st_john_chaps_xv_to_xxi/thomas_and_jesus.htm"><span class="l">Thomas and Jesus</span></a> <br><b>...</b> It was as when the eddying volumes of smoke in some great conflagration break into<br> sudden flame, the <b>ruddier</b> and hotter, the blacker they were. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../expositions of holy scripture st john chaps xv to xxi/thomas and jesus.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/r/ruddier.htm"><span class="l"><b>Ruddier</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b><b>Ruddier</b> (1 Occurrence). Lamentations 4:7 Purer were her Nazarites than snow, Whiter<br> than milk, <b>ruddier</b> of body than rubies, Of sapphire their form. (YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/r/ruddier.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/r/ruddy.htm"><span class="l">Ruddy (5 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/r/ruddy.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/r/rudders.htm"><span class="l">Rudders (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/r/rudders.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/sapphires.htm"><span class="l">Sapphires (5 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Lamentations 4:7 Purer were her Nazarites than snow, Whiter than milk, <b>ruddier</b><br> of body than rubies, Of sapphire their form. (See NIV). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/sapphires.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/appearance.htm"><span class="l">Appearance (126 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (YLT NAS NIV). Lamentations 4:7 Purer were her Nazarites than snow, Whiter than<br> milk, <b>ruddier</b> of body than rubies, Of sapphire their form. 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