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."
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