# sweep, swept #

## Facts: ##

The terms "sweep" and "swept" usually refer to a broad, quick movement to remove dirt using a broom or brush. These words are also used figuratively.

* The term "sweep" is used figuratively to describe how an army attacks with swift, decisive, wide-reaching movements. 
* For example, Isaiah prophesied that the Assyrians would "sweep through" the Kingdom of Judah. This means they would destroy Judah and capture its people.
* The term "sweep" can also be used to describe the manner in which rapidly flowing water pushes things and forces them away.
* To have something "sweep over" a person means that overwhelming, difficult things are happening to him.

(See also: [[../other/assyria.md]], [[../other/isaiah.md]], [[../other/judah.md]], [[../kt/prophet.md]])

## Bible References: ##

* [1 Kings 16:3-4](en/tn/1ki/help/16/03)
* [Daniel 11:40-41](en/tn/dan/help/11/40)
* [Genesis 18:24-26](en/tn/gen/help/18/24)
* [Proverbs 21:7-8](en/tn/pro/help/21/07)
* [Psalms 090:5-6](en/tn/psa/help/90/05)