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# run, running #
## Definition: ##
Literally the term "run" refers to moving very quickly on foot, usually at a much faster pace than walking.
This main meaning of "run" is also used in figurative expressions such as the following:
* "run in such a way as to win the prize" refers to persevering in doing God's will with the same perseverance as running a race in order to win.
* "run in the path of your commands" means to gladly and quickly obey God's commands.
* "run after other gods" means to persist in worshiping other gods.
* "I run to you to hide me" means to quickly turn to God for refuge and safety when faced with difficult things.
Other figurative meanings of "run":
* Water and other liquids such as tears, blood, sweat, and rivers are said to "run." This could also be translated as, "flow."
* The border of a country or region is said to "run along" a river or the border of a different country. This could be translated as "its border is next to" or "it borders."
* Rivers and streams can "run dry," which means that they no longer have water in them. This could be translated as "have dried up" or "have become dry."
* The days of a feast can "run their course," which means they "have passed by" or "are finished" or "are over."
(See also: [falsegod](../kt/falsegod.md), [perseverance](../other/perseverance.md), [refuge](../kt/refuge.md), [turn](../kt/turn.md))
## Bible References: ##
* [1 Corinthians 06:18](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/1co/06/18)
* [Galatians 02:1-2](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/gal/02/01)
* [Galatians 05:5-8](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/gal/05/05)
* [Philippians 02:14-16](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/php/02/14)
* [Proverbs 01:15-17](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/pro/01/15)