There are several meanings applied to this word and this action.
We shall list them and give just a few Scriptures under each one, for the reader can readily notice by the context which meaning is intended.
EARLY IN LIFE - Psalm 90:14 (a).
EARLY IN THE DAY - John 20:1 (a); Judges 7:3 and Judges 19:9; 2 Kings 6:15; Psalm 57:8; 1 Samuel 17:20.
EARLY IN THE PROJECT - Psalm 46:5; Psalm 63:1; Psalm 78:34; Psalm 101:8.
EARLY IN THE DISTRESS AND NEED - Proverbs 1:28 (a); Proverbs 8:17; Isaiah 26:9; Hosea 5:15; Psalm 78:34.