How does thorns develop through the rest of Scripture?

The thorns of the curse (Genesis 3) are taken up by Christ, who wears a 'crown of thorns' (John 19:2), bearing the curse so that creation itself may one day be freed (Romans 8:21).

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Where Does the Bible First Mention Thorns?

Q: Where does the Bible first mention thorns?

The Bible first mentions thorns in Genesis 3:18, using the original word qots (קוץ). 'Thorns also and thistles shall it bring forth'—the first thorns are a sign of the curse on the ground after sin.

The Bible first mentions thorns in Genesis 3:18, from the original word qots (קוץ). 'Thorns also and thistles shall it bring forth'—the first thorns are a sign of the curse on the ground after sin.

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The curse's thorns crown the Savior who lifts the curse.

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