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In the context of the Bible, the concept of soothing is often associated with comfort, peace, and the alleviation of distress or anxiety. The act of soothing can be both physical and spiritual, providing relief and tranquility to those who are troubled or in pain.
Old Testament ReferencesThe Old Testament frequently addresses the need for comfort and soothing, particularly in the Psalms, where the psalmists often cry out to God for relief from their troubles. For instance,
Psalm 23:2-3 speaks of the Lord as a shepherd who "makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul." Here, the imagery of green pastures and quiet waters evokes a sense of peace and soothing, as God provides rest and restoration to the soul.
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Isaiah 66:13 , God promises comfort to His people, saying, "As a mother comforts her son, so will I comfort you; and you will be consoled over Jerusalem." This maternal imagery highlights the nurturing and soothing nature of God's comfort, likening it to the tender care a mother provides to her child.
New Testament ReferencesThe New Testament continues this theme of divine soothing, particularly through the ministry of Jesus Christ. In
Matthew 11:28-30 , Jesus invites those who are weary and burdened to come to Him for rest: "Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light." Here, Jesus offers spiritual soothing, promising rest and relief to those who follow Him.
The Holy Spirit is also described as a source of comfort and soothing. In
John 14:26 , Jesus refers to the Holy Spirit as the "Helper" or "Comforter," who will teach and remind believers of all that Jesus has said. The presence of the Holy Spirit provides ongoing comfort and guidance, soothing the hearts of believers.
Practical ApplicationsIn a practical sense, the Bible encourages believers to be agents of soothing and comfort to others. In
2 Corinthians 1:3-4 , Paul writes, "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God." This passage underscores the responsibility of Christians to extend the comfort they have received from God to others, acting as conduits of His soothing presence.
ConclusionThe biblical concept of soothing encompasses both divine and human actions that bring peace, comfort, and relief to those in distress. Through God's promises, the ministry of Jesus, and the work of the Holy Spirit, believers are assured of a source of soothing that transcends earthly troubles. Additionally, Christians are called to embody this soothing presence, offering comfort and support to those around them.
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The Angel of Patience.
... despair,. Andsoothes to deep submission the storm of grief and care;... balm; He
does not chide thy longings, while Hesoothes them into calm;...
The Cities of Refuge: or, The Name of Jesus
... "How sweet the NAME of Jesus sounds in a believer's ear! Itsoothes his
sorrows, heals his wounds, and drives away his fear.". NEW...
Six Cities
... "How sweet the NAME of Jesus sounds In a believer's ear! Itsoothes his sorrows,
heals his wounds, And drives away his fear.". [Illustration: Kedesh]....
Righteous Grace
... may one day rise up against him. That whichsoothes the heart will not
always pacify the conscience. The sight of the grace will...
The Relation Between the Human Will and the Divine Agency.
... From Thee is all thatsoothes the life of man," His high endeavour and his glad
success, His strength to suffer and his will to serve."COWPER....
The Testimony of Divine Adoption
... And life assumes a tranquil air,. Divested of its woes; There sovereign goodness
soothes the breast,. Till then incapable of rest,. In sacred sure repose....
Music (Christmas Day. )
... Musicsoothes us, stirs us up; it puts noble feelings into us; it melts us to tears,
we know not how:- it is a language by itself, just as perfect, in its way...
Argument: the Impious Temerity of Theodorus, Diagoras, and...
... ingenious: "Ita illis pavorum fallax spes solatio redivivo blanditur," which is
said to imply, "Thus the hope that deceives their fears,soothes them with the...
The Fourth Rule of Prayer Is, that Notwithstanding of Our Being...
... The confidence of which I speak is not one which frees the mind from all anxiety,
andsoothes it with sweet and perfect rest; such rest is peculiar to those who...
A Carol.
... Jacob's star His advent maketh,Soothes the longing heart that acheth, And
the serpent's head He breaketh, Scattering the pow'r of hell....
Thesaurus
Soothes (1 Occurrence)... Multi-Version Concordance
Soothes (1 Occurrence). Proverbs 21:14 By a secret
offering wrath is turned away, and the heat of angry
...Soothing (40 Occurrences)
Lull (1 Occurrence)
... 3. (n.) The power or quality of soothing; that whichsoothes; a lullaby. 4. (n.)
A temporary cessation of storm or confusion. Multi-Version Concordance...
Balsam (10 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) An annual garden plant (Impatiens balsamina) with beautiful flowers;
balsamine. 4. (n.) Anything that heals,soothes, or restores....
Soothed (1 Occurrence)
Music (143 Occurrences)
... religious fervor, and satisfied the aesthetic principles of the Hebrews of old,
precisely as the rendering of Bach and Handel excites andsoothes the Christian...
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