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The term "sorely" is an adverb that appears in various translations of the Bible to describe intense suffering, distress, or affliction. In the context of the Scriptures, it often conveys the depth of human emotion and the severity of trials faced by individuals or groups. While the Berean Standard Bible may not use the term "sorely" explicitly, the concept is present in the narratives and teachings throughout the biblical text.
Old Testament ContextIn the Old Testament, the concept of being "sorely" afflicted or distressed is frequently encountered. The Hebrew Scriptures are replete with accounts of individuals and nations experiencing profound suffering. For instance, the Israelites in Egypt were "sorely" oppressed under Pharaoh's harsh rule, leading to their cries for deliverance (
Exodus 3:7-9). The intensity of their suffering is captured in the narrative, highlighting their desperate need for God's intervention.
The Psalms often express the psalmists' deep anguish and distress. David, in particular, frequently speaks of being "sorely" troubled by his enemies and personal trials. In
Psalm 6:3 , David laments, "My soul is deeply distressed. How long, O LORD, how long?" This expression of profound emotional turmoil underscores the severity of his plight and his reliance on God for relief.
New Testament ContextIn the New Testament, the concept of being "sorely" afflicted is evident in the experiences of Jesus and His followers. Jesus Himself experienced deep sorrow and distress, particularly in the Garden of Gethsemane. In
Matthew 26:38 , Jesus says to His disciples, "My soul is consumed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with Me." This moment of intense emotional and spiritual agony reflects the weight of the impending crucifixion and the burden of humanity's sin.
The Apostle Paul also speaks of the trials and sufferings faced by early Christians. In
2 Corinthians 1:8 , he writes, "We do not want you to be unaware, brothers, of the hardships we encountered in Asia. We were under a burden far beyond our ability to endure, so that we despaired even of life." Paul's description of their afflictions as being beyond their strength illustrates the severe trials they endured for the sake of the Gospel.
Theological ImplicationsThe concept of being "sorely" afflicted in the Bible serves to highlight the reality of human suffering and the need for divine intervention. It underscores the biblical theme of reliance on God amidst trials and the hope of deliverance. The Scriptures consistently point to God's faithfulness in responding to the cries of His people, offering comfort and salvation.
Moreover, the experiences of biblical figures who were "sorely" afflicted often serve as a foreshadowing of Christ's own suffering. Jesus, the Man of Sorrows, fully identifies with human pain and provides the ultimate example of enduring suffering with faith and obedience to God's will. Through His death and resurrection, believers find hope and assurance that their own sufferings are not in vain but are part of God's redemptive plan.
Practical ApplicationFor believers today, the biblical accounts of being "sorely" afflicted offer encouragement and perspective. They remind Christians that suffering is a part of the human experience, yet it is not without purpose. The Bible calls believers to trust in God's sovereignty and to seek His strength in times of distress. As
Romans 8:18 states, "I consider that our present sufferings are not comparable to the glory that will be revealed in us." This assurance of future glory provides comfort and motivation to persevere through trials, knowing that God is at work in and through them.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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adv.) In a sore manner; grievously; painfully; as, to be sorely afflicted.
Greek
4360. prosochthizo -- to be angry with... with. Word Origin from pros and ochtheo (to be
sorely angered) Definition
to be angry with NASB Word Usage angry (2). be grieved at.
...994. boao -- to call out
... proclaim. 994 (from 995 , "cry out") -- (cry out"); to make an ; summon , because
sorely needing a response (assistance). 994 ("shouting...
Strong's Hebrew
4843. marar -- to be bitter... 1), weep bitterly (1). be in, deal, have, make bitterly be moved with choler,
have
sorely, it grieved,. A primitive root; properly
...3966. meod -- muchness, force, abundance
... 2), might (2), more (2), more* (1), most (1), much* (1), quickly (1), richly (1),
serious* (1), severely (1), so (2), so much (1),sorely (1), strongly (1...
Library
Sorely Distressed by Weeping at the Death of his Friend, He...
... Book IV. Chapter IV."Sorely Distressed by Weeping at the Death of His
Friend, He Provides Consolation for Himself. 7. In those...
Psalm CXVI.
... 7. ..."I believed," saith he, "and therefore did I speak. But I wassorely
brought down" (ver.10). For he suffered many tribulations...
A Quick Run Round the World.
... The land of the Saviour, with its eastern neighbors, has no Saviour, so far as knowing
about Him is concerned, though it needs His saving verysorely....
Joseph Attacked by the Archers
... A Sermon (No.17). Delivered on Sunday Morning, April 1, 1855, by the. REV. CH SPURGEON.
At Exeter Hall, Strand. "The archers havesorely grieved him, and shot at...
Teaching Three Things in one Action.
... The teaching about humility lies on the surface, within easy reach. It was acted,
then spoken; done, then said. It wassorely needed, and is....
Concerning Bernice's Petition to Florus, to Spare the Jews, but in...
... the government of Egypt from Nero; but as his sister Bernice was come to Jerusalem,
and saw the wicked practices of the soldiers, she wassorely affected at it...
Christ the Arrester of Incipient Evil and the Nourisher of...
... but, blessed be God! only 'half dead';sorely wounded, indeed, but not
sosorely but that he may be restored. And there comes One...
To the Countenance of the Lord Jesus.
... The Lord His voice now clear doth raise Through thirst that painethsorely; "I thirst,"
the Spring eternal says, The Lord of life and glory. What meaneth He?...
Hezekiah, the Praying King
... obtain deliverance. Judah wassorely pressed by the Assyrians, and, humanly
speaking, defeat and captivity seemed imminent. The...
"Ye Shall be Hated of all Men"
... And at first these things were very grievous to him, and he pitied himself sosorely,
that the hot tears would sometimes run down his cheeks, and mingle with...
Thesaurus
Sorely (23 Occurrences)... Noah Webster's Dictionary (adv.) In a sore manner; grievously; painfully; as, to
be
sorely afflicted. Multi-Version Concordance
Sorely (23 Occurrences).
...Sorek (1 Occurrence)
Kir-har'eseth (2 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). Isaiah 16:7 Therefore shall Moab wail for Moab, every one shall wail;
for the sweet cakes of Kir-hareseth shall ye mourn,sorely stricken. (See RSV)....
Joab (128 Occurrences)
... Asahel, Joab's brother, is killed in his pursuit of Abner, but the latter's army
issorely pressed, and he appeals to Joab for a cessation of hostilities....
Josiah (51 Occurrences)
... In the eighteenth year of his reign he proceeded to repair and beautify the temple,
which by time and violence had becomesorely dilapidated (2 Kings 22:3, 5, 6...
Leah (30 Occurrences)
... Before they reached the end of their journey their courage wassorely tried
at the time of the meeting between Jacob and his brother Esau....
Lamentations (6 Occurrences)
... poems. In chapter 1 the prophet dwells on the manifold miseries oppressed
by which the city sits as a solitary widow weepingsorely....
Fiercely (8 Occurrences)
... What if a spirit has spoken to him, or an angel----! WEY). Genesis 49:23 The archers
havesorely grieved him, shot at him, and persecute him: (See RSV)....
Dealeth (22 Occurrences)
... (KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS). Ezekiel 31:11 I give him into the hand of a god of nations,
He dealethsorely with him, In his wickedness I have cast him out. (YLT)....
Moan (13 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 16:7 Therefore shall Moab wail for Moab, every one shall wail; for the sweet
cakes of Kir-hareseth shall ye mourn,sorely stricken. (See NAS)....
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