Figures of Speech in the Bible

Enumeration in the Bible

Enumeration lists details one by one so the reader can see the range, order, or fullness of the matter.

Simple definition

Enumeration lists details one by one so the reader can see the range, order, or fullness of the matter.

Technical nameEnumeration / Ordered Listing
Alternate namesCataloguing; detailed list; itemized sequence
Reader categoryAddition / Listing
Bullinger classFigures involving addition / enumeration
Source hintBible-study taxonomy extension; many examples are ordinary lists unless the listing is rhetorically purposeful.
Examples on page10

Technical definition

Enumeration is an itemized presentation of persons, actions, qualities, or events, often giving clarity, fullness, or formal structure to a passage.

Publication note: Examples are curated from the final Wave 46 source state. Some examples carry review notes where final Bible-text stream verification may still be prudent before public release.

Scripture examples

These examples show how Enumeration functions in biblical language, rhetoric, poetry, prophecy, narrative, or theological imagery.

Gen. 5:1-32
certain

genealogical generations

The chapter enumerates generations to trace the line from Adam onward.

Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 14 advanced repetition and arrangement forms
Review status: draft-normalized | Verify against original-language wording and final site Bible text stream before publication.
Gen. 10:1-32
certain

table of nations

The nations are enumerated to show post-flood dispersion and family lines.

Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 14 advanced repetition and arrangement forms
Review status: draft-normalized | Verify against original-language wording and final site Bible text stream before publication.
Exod. 25-30
certain

tabernacle materials and furnishings

The instructions enumerate details of worship space and priestly service.

Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 14 advanced repetition and arrangement forms
Review status: draft-normalized | Verify against original-language wording and final site Bible text stream before publication.
Num. 1:20-46
certain

tribal census numbers

The tribes are enumerated for covenant order and wilderness arrangement.

Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 14 advanced repetition and arrangement forms
Review status: draft-normalized | Verify against original-language wording and final site Bible text stream before publication.
Josh. 12:9-24
certain

defeated kings

The list enumerates conquered kings to summarize the LORD’s victory in the land.

Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 14 advanced repetition and arrangement forms
Review status: draft-normalized | Verify against original-language wording and final site Bible text stream before publication.
1 Chr. 1-9
certain

genealogical records

The genealogies enumerate families to establish identity, memory, and covenant continuity.

Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 14 advanced repetition and arrangement forms
Review status: draft-normalized | Verify against original-language wording and final site Bible text stream before publication.
Matt. 1:1-17
certain

genealogy of Jesus

The genealogy enumerates generations to identify Jesus as son of David and son of Abraham.

Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 14 advanced repetition and arrangement forms
Review status: draft-normalized | Verify against original-language wording and final site Bible text stream before publication.
Luke 3:23-38
certain

genealogy of Jesus

Luke enumerates ancestry to situate Jesus within the human line.

Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 14 advanced repetition and arrangement forms
Review status: draft-normalized | Verify against original-language wording and final site Bible text stream before publication.
Rom. 16:1-16
certain

names of co-workers

Paul enumerates people and households to honor gospel partnership.

Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 14 advanced repetition and arrangement forms
Review status: draft-normalized | Verify against original-language wording and final site Bible text stream before publication.
Heb. 11:32-38
certain

catalogue of faith examples

The writer enumerates examples rapidly after detailed exposition.

Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 14 advanced repetition and arrangement forms
Review status: draft-normalized | Verify against original-language wording and final site Bible text stream before publication.

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