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In biblical literature, the concept of a "frown" is often associated with expressions of displeasure, disapproval, or divine judgment. While the specific term "frown" may not frequently appear in the Berean Standard Bible, the idea is conveyed through various passages that describe God's response to sin, human emotions, and interpersonal relationships.

Divine Displeasure and Judgment

The frown of God is metaphorically used to describe His displeasure with sin and unrighteousness. In the Old Testament, God's anger and judgment are often depicted as a stern countenance against the wicked. For instance, inPsalm 34:16 , it is written, "But the face of the LORD is against those who do evil, to cut off all memory of them from the earth." Here, the "face of the LORD" can be understood as a metaphor for His frown or disapproval towards evildoers.

Similarly, inIsaiah 3:9 , the prophet speaks of the blatant sinfulness of the people: "The expression on their faces testifies against them, and like Sodom, they flaunt their sin; they do not conceal it. Woe to them, for they have brought disaster upon themselves." The visible expression of sin on their faces can be seen as a reflection of God's frown upon their actions.

Human Emotions and Relationships

In human interactions, a frown can signify disapproval or concern. The Bible acknowledges the range of human emotions, including those that lead to frowning.Proverbs 15:13 states, "A joyful heart makes a cheerful countenance, but sorrow of the heart crushes the spirit." This proverb highlights the connection between inner emotions and outward expressions, such as a frown resulting from sorrow or distress.

The New Testament also addresses the importance of maintaining harmonious relationships, which can be disrupted by negative expressions like frowning. InEphesians 4:31 , Paul exhorts believers, "Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice." While not explicitly mentioning a frown, the passage encourages believers to avoid attitudes and expressions that could lead to discord.

Symbolism and Interpretation

In biblical symbolism, a frown can represent the broader theme of divine judgment and human accountability. The imagery of God's face, whether shining with favor or frowning in judgment, serves as a powerful reminder of His holiness and the moral order He upholds. The frown, therefore, is not merely an expression of emotion but a reflection of divine justice and righteousness.

The Bible also encourages believers to seek God's favor and avoid actions that would incur His frown. InNumbers 6:24-26 , the Aaronic blessing emphasizes the desire for God's favorable countenance: "The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace." This blessing contrasts the frown of judgment with the smile of divine grace and peace.

In summary, while the term "frown" may not be explicitly used in the Berean Standard Bible, the concept is woven throughout Scripture in the context of divine judgment, human emotion, and the call to live in a manner pleasing to God.1. (v. i.) To contract the brow in displeasure, severity, or sternness; to scowl; to put on a stern, grim, or surly look.

2. (v. i.) To manifest displeasure or disapprobation; to look with disfavor or threateningly; to lower; as, polite society frowns upon rudeness.

3. (v. t.) To repress or repel by expressing displeasure or disapproval; to rebuke with a look; as, frown the impudent fellow into silence.

4. (n.) A wrinkling of the face in displeasure, rebuke, etc.; a sour, severe, or stere look; a scowl.

5. (n.) Any expression of displeasure; as, the frowns of Providence; the frowns of Fortune.

Sanctions of Moral Law, Natural and Governmental.
... All happiness and misery resulting from obedience or disobedience, either natural,
or from the favor, orfrown of government, are to be regarded as...

The Dawn of Mind
... But let her look again. That forehead, whose is it? It is hers. And the
frown which darkened it just now? Is hers also. And that...

The First Christmas Carol
... warmhearted toward us. It is just like seeing your face in a looking-glass.
If youfrown, the face in the mirror willfrown. If your face...

Patience and Humility.
... On their lover they bestow. Quiet calm through weal and woe. He unmoved meets Fortune's
frown,.... Or her smiles or her dislike. If shefrown like blackest night,....

Home-Discipline.
... sometimes chance it must, That one, among so many, overleaped The limits of control,
his gentle eye Grew stern, and darted a severe rebuke, Hisfrown was full...

On the First Floor of an Ancient Mansion, in a Street which Slopes...
... appointed hour of eleven. His smile slowly disappeared, and vanished
altogether in a heavyfrown. "A dangerous man! I do not like...

The Eternity of Heaven's Happiness.
... more. Never can there come a day when He willfrown upon us, and make us
feel that his love for us has grown cold. No, never, never....

At the Well
... When those behind them tried to press forward with jeers, they turned with afrown
and a significant jerk of the head in the direction of the man-at-arms....

Prison Meditations Directed to the Heart of Suffering Saints and...
... 42. We know there's neither flout norfrown That we now for him bear, But will
add to our heavenly crown, When he comes in the air. 43....

None but Jesus --Second Part
... No frowns of an avenging God now. If God be viewed as a judge, how should hefrown
upon the guiltless? How should the Judgefrown upon the absolved one?...

Frown (1 Occurrence)
... 3. (vt) To repress or repel by expressing displeasure or disapproval; to rebuke
with a look; as,frown the impudent fellow into silence....Frown (1 Occurrence)....

Lower (72 Occurrences)
... 10. (vi) Tofrown; to look sullen. 11. (n.) Cloudiness; gloominess. 12. (n.) A frowning;
sullenness. Multi-Version Concordance Lower (72 Occurrences)....

Wrath (503 Occurrences)
... aph, from 'anaph, "to snort," "to be angry"; orge, thumos, orgizomai): Designates
various degrees of feeling, such as sadness (Psalm 85:4), afrown or turning...

Froze (1 Occurrence)

Frowardness (4 Occurrences)

Frontlet (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) A frontal or brow band; a fillet or band worn
on the forehead. 2. (n.) Afrown (likened to a frontlet)....

Anger (387 Occurrences)
... aph, from 'anaph, "to snort," "to be angry"; orge, thumos, orgizomai): Designates
various degrees of feeling, such as sadness (Psalm 85:4), afrown or turning...

Smile (4 Occurrences)
... The act of smiling; a peculiar change or brightening of the face, which expresses
pleasure, moderate joy, mirth, approbation, or kindness; -- opposed tofrown....

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