Meaning
A remnant is a small remaining part of a larger group.
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, remnant refers to those who remain after others have been removed, scattered, or destroyed.
The term appears throughout both the Old and New Testaments.
Key References
- 2 Kings 19:30-31
- Isaiah 10:20-22
- Jeremiah 23:3
- Micah 2:12
- Zephaniah 3:13
- Romans 9:27
- Romans 11:5
Related Terms
- Israel
- Nation
- Covenant
- Promise
- Restoration