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quailsA small pigeon-like bird, often congregating in flocks. It has a small wingspan, is a plump bird and is good for food.
qualityThe degree of excellence of something. The condition, often as regards various kinds of products. Manufacturers often employ quality control to assure high standards. DTP The disciple is to strive for a good quality of character, to stand out in such a way that people will see the qualities of Christ coming through his life (Rom 1:20; 2 Pet 1:5-8). God desires more quality than quantity in our actions and manner of living.
quarrelTo be in an argument with another person, to have some type of disagreement. DTP One's words can lead to fighting and the breaking up of a friendship.
queenA female ruler of a country or a group of countries called a commonwealth, a head of state, can also be the wife of a king.
quench / quenchedTo satisfy or slake one's thirst; to put out a fire, to douse, extinguish. DTP God lights a fire within man's heart and as disciples we should try to nurture that fire into a roaring flame of love and obedience; often, however, the enemy and, sometimes, we ourselves do things that dim or even extinguish the fire God has started in our hearts through Jesus Christ. The disciple is to be very careful not to quench the work of the Holy Spirit; that is, going against the will of the Father or turning one's back on the grace of Jesus Christ.
question / questionsWords expressed so as to elicit information from someone. DTP The disciple should not be fearful of asking questions of others or of God; this is the way we can learn and discover more truth and understanding.
quick / quicken / quickened / quickeningTo be swift in doing something, one who is fast and soon finished. Quicken also carries the notion of becoming faster or quicker. It means revive or make alive - refreshing, increasing of life. DTP The disciple should be quick in doing the will of the Lord. He should be quick to hear and slow to speak.
quiet / quietly / quietnessMaking little or no noise, either with words or by actions. DTP As disciples, we are to come quietly before the Lord so we can hear His still small voice. Quiet can also imply waiting or, sometimes, just being at peace.
quiver A case or bag that holds arrows; sometimes the word is used to represent a man's children.