Topical Encyclopedia
In the context of biblical themes, the concept of a "rally" can be understood as a gathering or assembly of people for a common purpose, often in response to a call for action, worship, or defense. While the term "rally" itself is not explicitly used in the Berean Standard Bible, the idea is present in various narratives and teachings throughout Scripture.
Old Testament ContextThe Old Testament provides numerous instances where the people of Israel were called to rally together, often under the leadership of a judge, prophet, or king. One notable example is found in the account of Gideon. In
Judges 6:34 , it is written, "So the Spirit of the LORD came upon Gideon, and he blew the trumpet, summoning the Abiezrites to follow him." Here, Gideon rallies the Israelites to fight against the Midianites, demonstrating a divine call to unite for a common cause.
Another significant rallying event occurs during the reign of King Jehoshaphat. In
2 Chronicles 20:4 , it states, "So the people of Judah gathered to seek help from the LORD; indeed, they came from every town in Judah to seek Him." This assembly was a response to the threat of invading armies, and it highlights the importance of communal prayer and reliance on God in times of crisis.
New Testament ContextIn the New Testament, the concept of rallying is often associated with the early Christian community's gatherings for worship, teaching, and mutual support.
Acts 2:44-47 describes the early believers: "All the believers were together and had everything in common. Selling their possessions and goods, they shared with anyone who was in need. With one accord, they continued to meet daily in the temple courts and to break bread from house to house, sharing their meals with gladness and sincerity of heart, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people."
This passage illustrates the spiritual and communal rallying of the early church, emphasizing unity, generosity, and devotion to the apostles' teaching and fellowship.
Spiritual ImplicationsThe biblical concept of rallying often involves a call to action that is both spiritual and communal. It signifies a response to God's call, whether for worship, battle, or communal support. The act of rallying is deeply rooted in faith and obedience, as seen in the examples of Gideon and the early church.
In a broader spiritual sense, rallying can also be understood as the gathering of believers in anticipation of Christ's return.
Hebrews 10:25 encourages believers, "Let us not neglect meeting together, as some have made a habit, but let us encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching." This exhortation underscores the importance of assembling together to strengthen faith and prepare for the fulfillment of God's promises.
ConclusionWhile the term "rally" may not be explicitly mentioned in the Bible, the concept is woven throughout Scripture, illustrating the importance of gathering for worship, support, and action in response to God's call. Whether in times of crisis or in daily fellowship, the act of rallying serves as a testament to the power of unity and faith within the body of believers.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
v. t.) To collect, and reduce to order, as troops dispersed or thrown into confusion; to gather again; to reunite.
2. (v. i.) To come into orderly arrangement; to renew order, or united effort, as troops scattered or put to flight; to assemble; to unite.
3. (v. i.) To collect one's vital powers or forces; to regain health or consciousness; to recuperate.
4. (v. i.) To recover strength after a decline in prices; -- said of the market, stocks, etc.
5. (n.) The act or process of rallying (in any of the senses of that word).
6. (n.) A political mass meeting.
7. (v. t.) To attack with raillery, either in good humor and pleasantry, or with slight contempt or satire.
8. (v. i.) To use pleasantry, or satirical merriment.
9. (n.) Good-humored raillery.
Strong's Hebrew
6908. qabats -- to gather, collect... 7), assembled (7), brought the together (1), collect (1), collected (2), gather
(52), gathered (45), gathers (4), grown (1), meet (1),
rally (1), regather (1
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Against Atheism and Infidelity.
... I have known many a little wit, in the ostentation of his parts,rally the truth
of the scripture, who was not able to read a chapter in it....
A Loyal Vow
... brightens the whole story. His special retainers, apparently a bodyguard
mostly of foreigners,rally round him. Mostly foreigners, I...
The Ideal of To-Day
... that, he needs to understand his own life as a practical matter; he needs to study
the procedure of the world in which he stands; he needs torally every force...
Cheer Up, My Comrades!
... I am hardly going to preach so much as to talk to different persons who are discouraged
in the work of the Lord, that we may rouse them up,rally them round us...
A Clearing-Up Storm in the Realm
... of His realm. It is natural to expect a storm. This will be a signal to
the opposition torally all its power. But there can be...
The Mothering Heart
... It was indeed a rash individual who trespassed upon the privacy of that consecration,
and dared torally the Adjutant on the subject of marriage....
Of Positiveness.
... better part of it too, our reason, and if it meet with those who have any considerable
share of that within them, they will often be tempted torally it, and...
Those Days it was Near Twelve O'Clock by the Great Dial of History...
... Those older men had long held the floor, and their hostess, seeking torally the
young knights, challenged their skill in courtly compliment....
The Hymnwriter
... Her condition is not hopeless, however, if her children will gather about her.
Zion's sons and daughtersrally. Now upon her ancient wall!...
But Even this is Nothing. ...
... Torally the people to this work, a work legitimate in itself, a work which the
abuses of a crafty priesthood had made necessary, seven times, and whose...
Thesaurus
Rally (3 Occurrences)...Rally (3 Occurrences). Nehemiah 4:20 in whatever place you hear the sound of the
trumpet,
rally there to us; our God will fight for us. (WEB NAS RSV).
...Jehovahnissi (1 Occurrence)
... The suggestion is that the people shouldrally round God as an army gathers round
its standard. He it is who leads them to victory. Multi-Version Concordance...
Joke (1 Occurrence)
... something done in sport. 3. (vt) To make merry with; to make jokes upon;
torally; to banter; as, to joke a comrade. 4. (vi) To do...
Jehovah-nissi (1 Occurrence)
... The suggestion is that the people shouldrally round God as an army gathers round
its standard. He it is who leads them to victory. Multi-Version Concordance...
Rallied (5 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) ofRally. Multi-Version Concordance
Rallied (5 Occurrences). Acts 5:36 For before these days...
Gideon (45 Occurrences)
... cannot definitely be named. It is probable that it took months for Gideon
even torally the people of his own clan. The fact is...
Join (70 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT). Nehemiah 4:20 in whatever place you hear the sound of
the trumpet,rally there to us; our God will fight for us. (See NIV)....
Trumpet (74 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Nehemiah 4:20 in whatever place you hear
the sound of the trumpet,rally there to us; our God will fight for us....
Ram (96 Occurrences)
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