What is a she donkey in the Bible?

White she-donkeys from Judges 5:10 are related to the Messiah and his foal of a donkey, lit. sons of female donkey, from Genesis, 49:11.
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What does donkey symbolize in the Bible?

In contrast to Grecian works, donkeys were portrayed in Biblical works as symbols of service, suffering, peace and humility. They are also associated with the theme of wisdom in the Old Testament story of Balaam's ass, and are seen in a positive light through the story of Jesus riding into Jerusalem on a donkey.
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What was the donkey's name in the Bible?

At first, the angel is seen only by the donkey Balaam is riding, which tries to avoid the angel. After Balaam starts punishing the donkey for refusing to move, it is miraculously given the power to speak to Balaam (Numbers 22:28), and it complains about Balaam's treatment.
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What is the meaning of the symbolism of Jesus riding the colt of a donkey in the triumphal entry?

He was solemnly entering as a humble King of peace. Traditionally, entering the city on a donkey symbolizes arrival in peace, rather than as a war-waging king arriving on a horse.
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What did donkey do in the Bible?

When the donkey saw the angel of the LORD, she lay down under Balaam, and he was angry and beat her with his staff. Then the LORD opened the donkey's mouth, and she said to Balaam, "What have I done to you to make you beat me these three times?" Balaam answered the donkey, "You have made a fool of me!
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The Spiritual



Why are female donkeys important in the Bible?

The white she-donkeys in Judges 5:10 are a highly significant symbol because it relates to the prophecy that the Messiah will enter Jerusalem on a donkey. The important notion in regard to the New Testament is “binding the ass's colts”, where it is tacitly understood that there are “tied asses”.
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What does a donkey represent spiritually?

The wise animal represented here as a symbol of peace. Unfortunately, today there is a contrast between the biblical image of donkeys and how some people perceive these animals. But the donkey is a strong symbolic animal, representing hard work, good manners, and willpower.
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What happened to the donkey that carried Jesus?

Upon their return, Jesus rode the donkey into Jerusalem, where he was met by cheering crowds. According to the Christian religious tradition, this was the fulfillment of the prophecy of Zechariah 9:9.
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What does riding a donkey mean?

(ˈdɒŋkɪ raɪd ) noun. a ride on the back of a donkey, esp for recreation.
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Did Mary ride a donkey to Bethlehem?

Mary did not ride to Bethlehem on a donkey. Nowhere in any Gospel does it say that Mary did anything but walk. The whole journey is given in three lines: Joseph and Mary went to Bethlehem and while they were there, she went into labour. No mention of transportation.
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What was the name of the donkey that carried Mary?

It is about a little donkey with long, long ears named Nestor, who would become the donkey who would aid Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem.
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What is a Jerusalem donkey?

Jesus led his followers into Jerusalem riding on the back of a small, common donkey. That donkey followed Jesus to Calvary and stood in the shadow of the cross and the shadow of the cross fell on the back on the donkey. These special donkeys have borne the sign on the cross since day.
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What are the characteristics of a donkey?

Donkeys are not like horses; they differ physically, mentally and emotionally. Donkeys are more stoical in their behaviour and tend to startle less than horses. Compared to horses, donkeys show limited fear response to novel situations and this can be mistaken for stubbornness rather than fear.
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What does the donkey symbolize on Palm Sunday?

According to literature about the legend of the donkey included in the church's bulletin, the animal witnessed the events leading to Christ's crucifixion and wished he instead could carry the cross for Jesus.
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What can we learn from a donkey?

Observing a group of benign donkeys teaches us some important things about patience, endurance, serenity and flexibility. In fact, when a human works with these noble equines, he or she is in for an educational experience—often when we think we are teaching them, they are in reality teaching us even more.
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Why did Solomon ride on a mule?

“Solomon rode on a mule (1Ki 1:38) because his father David told Zadok, Nathan, and Benaiah to “cause Solomon my son to ride upon mine own mule” (v 33). This is the word for a “she-mule” (BDB, TWOT).
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Why was Jesus riding a donkey important?

It was waiting for Jesus to climb on to ride. The colt (polos) has royal associations. Jesus' riding the donkey echoes this regal arrival in Zechariah's prophecy: Rejoice greatly, O daughter Zion!
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Does a donkey have a cross on its back?

The cross itself is a dark line of hair that runs across a donkey's shoulder blades and all the way down the middle of its back to its hind end. Almost all donkeys today have a cross on their back, although some are far more visible than others.
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Why do some donkeys have a cross on their back?

God Blessed the Donkey for Its Love for Jesus

According to a different legend, Jesus told God about how generous the donkey had been carrying him to Jerusalem and offering to help. After hearing of the donkey's good deeds, God blessed the animal and placed his cross on the backs of all donkeys to mark them as holy.
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Why are donkeys so special?

Donkeys have an incredible memory – they can recognise areas and other donkeys they were with up to 25 years ago. Donkeys are not easily startled (unlike horses) and have a keen sense of curiosity. Donkeys have a reputation for stubbornness but this is due to their highly developed sense of self preservation.
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Are donkeys foolish?

Donkeys are in fact not dumb but have a sense of curiosity and make decisions independently for their safety. They might have been considered dumb, because once they trust their master , the donkey will let the master exploit them.
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What is the meaning of Matthew 21?

Matthew 21

One gets the sense when reading that Jesus knew his time was coming to an end and after the confirmation moment of the transformation had pushed to teach all he could to his disciples. We see this even in chapter twenty where Jesus predicts his death that will come as he enters into Jerusalem.
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What is a female donkey called?

Jenny: A jenny (or jennet) is a term for a female donkey. Moke: A moke is a British term for a donkey. Molly: A molly is a term for a female mule.
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What is meant by calling a person a donkey?

Definition of donkey

1 : the domestic ass (Equus asinus) 2 : a stupid or obstinate person.
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What are the positive attributes of a donkey?

Unlike horses, which in general flee from any sensed danger, donkeys and mules tend to be cautious and steadfast. Most donkeys and mules are gentle and affectionate, and their intelligence proves beneficial. These herd animals do best in a group, although they will gladly live with other farm animals.
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