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In the context of the Bible, the term "uproar" is often used to describe a state of tumult, confusion, or commotion among people. This can occur in various settings, including public gatherings, cities, or even within the hearts of individuals. The concept of uproar is significant in understanding the dynamics of human behavior and divine intervention throughout biblical narratives.
Old Testament ReferencesThe Old Testament provides several instances where uproar is depicted, often in relation to conflict or divine judgment. In
1 Samuel 4:5, we read about the uproar that ensued when the Ark of the Covenant was brought into the Israelite camp: "When the ark of the covenant of the LORD entered the camp, all the Israelites raised such a great shout that it shook the ground." This uproar was a mixture of excitement and reverence, reflecting the Israelites' belief in the presence and power of God.
In
2 Kings 7:6-7, the Lord causes the Aramean army to hear the sound of chariots and horses, creating an uproar that leads them to flee: "For the Lord had caused the Arameans to hear the sound of chariots, horses, and a great army, so that they said to one another, 'Look, the king of Israel has hired the Hittite and Egyptian kings to attack us!' So they got up and fled at dusk and abandoned their tents and horses and donkeys. They left the camp as it was and ran for their lives." Here, the uproar is a divine intervention that brings deliverance to Israel.
New Testament ReferencesIn the New Testament, uproar often occurs in response to the preaching of the Gospel and the actions of the apostles. In
Acts 19:23-41, a significant uproar arises in Ephesus due to the impact of Paul's ministry on the local economy, particularly the trade of silver shrines of Artemis. Verse 29 states, "Soon the whole city was in an uproar. They seized Gaius and Aristarchus, Paul's traveling companions from Macedonia, and rushed as one man into the theater." This uproar highlights the societal and economic disruptions caused by the spread of Christianity.
Another notable instance is found in
Acts 21:30-31, where Paul is seized in Jerusalem: "The whole city was stirred up, and the people rushed together. They seized Paul and dragged him out of the temple, and at once the gates were shut. While they were trying to kill him, news reached the commander of the Roman cohort that all Jerusalem was in turmoil." This uproar underscores the tension between the early Christian movement and traditional Jewish beliefs.
Theological ImplicationsFrom a theological perspective, uproar in the Bible often serves as a backdrop for divine action or revelation. It can signify the resistance of human systems to God's purposes, as seen in the opposition faced by the apostles. Conversely, it can also indicate the power of God to disrupt and overturn human plans, as demonstrated in the deliverance of Israel from its enemies.
Uproar can also reflect the inner turmoil of individuals confronted with the truth of the Gospel. In
Acts 2:37, after Peter's sermon at Pentecost, the crowd is "cut to the heart" and asks, "Brothers, what shall we do?" This internal uproar leads to repentance and conversion, illustrating the transformative power of the Holy Spirit.
In summary, the concept of uproar in the Bible is multifaceted, encompassing both physical and spiritual dimensions. It serves as a catalyst for change, a sign of divine intervention, and a reflection of the human response to God's work in the world.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
n.) Great tumult; violent disturbance and noise; noisy confusion; bustle and clamor.
2. (v. t.) To throw into uproar or confusion.
3. (v. i.) To make an uproar.
Greek
2351. thorubos -- anuproar... an
uproar. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: thorubos Phonetic Spelling:
(thor'-oo-bos) Short Definition: confused noise, riot, disturbance
...2350b. thorubeo -- to make anuproar
... 2350a, 2350b. thorubeo. 2351 . to make anuproar. Transliteration: thorubeo
Short Definition: commotion. Word Origin from thorubos...
4797. sugcheo -- to pour together, ie to confuse, throw into...
... 1), confounding (1), confusion (2), stir (1). confound, confuse, stir up,
be in anuproar. Or sugchuno (soong-khoo'-no) from sun...
387. anastatoo -- to stir up, unsettle
... 1), troubling (1), upset (1). trouble, turn upside down, make anuproar. From
a derivative of anistemi (in the sense of removal); properly...
4714. stasis -- a rebel, revolutionist
... dissension; originally: standing, position, place. insurrection,uproar.
From the base of histemi; a standing (properly, the act...
5182. turbazo -- to disturb, to trouble.
... 5182 (from , "a noisy, tumultuous crowd"; cf. Latin, , "confusion") -- properly,
to be in (a ). (5182 is related to 2351 , "uproar.")....
2906. krauge -- an outcry
... Word Origin from krazo Definition an outcry NASB Word Usage clamor (1), crying
(2), shout (1),uproar (1), voice (1). clamor, outcry....
2350. thorubeo -- to disturb
... make ado, agitate From thorubos; to be in tumult, ie Disturb, clamor -- make ado
(a noise), trouble self, set on anuproar. see GREEK thorubos....
2360. throeo -- to be troubled
... into confusion, , 953); (figuratively) troubled (disturbed), wanting to "cry aloud,
to scream (passive) " (, 1, 189); thrown into an "emotionaluproar," ie...
Strong's Hebrew
7588. shaon -- a roar (of waters, etc.), din, crash,uproar... 7587, 7588. shaon. 7589 . a roar (of waters, etc.), din, crash,
uproar.
Transliteration: shaon Phonetic Spelling: (shaw-one') Short Definition:
uproar.
...1993. hamah -- to murmur, growl, roar, be boisterous
... NASB Word Usage aroused (1), become disturbed (2), boisterous (4), brawler (1),
disturbed (2), growl (1), howl (2), intones (1), made anuproar (1), make an...
1949. hum -- to murmur, roar, defeat in battle
... root Definition to murmur, roar, defeat in battle NASB Word Usage noisy (1), resounded
(1), stirred (1), surely distracted (1), throw (1),uproar (1)....
7283. ragash -- to be in tumult or commotion
... 7282, 7283. ragash. 7284 . to be in tumult or commotion. Transliteration: ragash
Phonetic Spelling: (raw-gash') Short Definition:uproar. Word Origin a prim...
4103. mehumah -- tumult, confusion, disquietude, discomfiture
... destruction, discomfiture, trouble, tumult, vexation, vexed. From huwm; confusion
oruproar -- destruction, discomfiture, trouble, tumult, vexation, vexed....
1995. hamon -- a sound, murmur, roar, crowd, abundance
... 2), noise (2), people (1), populated (1), population (1), roar (1), rumbling (1),
sound (1), stirrings (1), tumult (9), tumultuous (1),uproar (1), wealth (2)....
7494. raash -- a quaking, shaking
... From ra'ash; vibration, bounding,uproar -- commotion, confused noise, earthquake,
fierceness, quaking, rattling, rushing, shaking. see HEBREW ra'ash....
Library
TheUproar in Ephesus.
... THEUPROAR IN EPHESUS. Chap.... Every man was impatient to speak; every man bawled as
loudly as he could; and amidst the universaluproar, no man could be heard....
Paul's Narrow Escape from Death
... closed. The people were trying to kill Paul when it was reported to the commander
of the soldiers that all Jerusalem was in anuproar....
The Egyptian, who is Mentioned Also in the Acts of the Apostles.
... centurion in Jerusalem, when the multitude of the Jews raised a disturbance against
the apostle, "Art not thou he who before these days made anuproar, and led...
The World Turned Upside Down
... the Jews themselves, who had taken unto them certain lewd fellows of the baser sort,
and gathered a company, and set all the city in anuproar, and assaulted...
Of the Question Whether There is any Contradiction Between Matthew...
... by subtilty, and kill Him. But they said, Not on the feast-day, lest there
be anuproar among the people. Then one of the twelve...
Psalm IX.
... "Their memorial has perished withuproar:" with theuproar, that is, of
the ungodly. But it is said, "withuproar," either because...
The Fulfilment
... The Christian heard her splendid voice out of theuproar, and while he gazed, he
saw mad Seraiah turn away from her, with the front of the mob turning after him...
Acts xx. 1
... Acts XX. 1. Acts XX.1 "And after theuproar was ceased, Paul called unto him the
disciples, and embraced them, and departed for to go into Macedonia."....
Paul in the Temple
... 31. And as they went about to kill him, tidings came unto the chief captain
of the band, that all Jerusalem was in anuproar.32....
Paul's Trials and victories at Ephesus
... When they heard this they were greatly enraged, and shouted, "Great is Artemis of
the Ephesians!" Theuproar spread throughout the whole city until the people...
Thesaurus
Uproar (33 Occurrences)... 2. (vt) To throw into
uproar or confusion. 3. (vi) To make an
uproar.
Multi-Version Concordance
Uproar (33 Occurrences).
...Riot (14 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) Wanton or unrestrained behavior;uproar; tumult....
5. (vi) To disturb the peace; to raise anuproar or sedition....
Unpersuaded (3 Occurrences)
... Acts 17:5 But the unpersuaded Jews took along some wicked men from the
marketplace, and gathering a crowd, set the city in anuproar....
Wailing (44 Occurrences)
... (KJV WBS). Mark 5:38 He came to the synagogue ruler's house, and he saw anuproar,
weeping, and great wailing. (WEB WEY ASV DBY YLT NAS RSV NIV)....
Feast-day (5 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Feast-day (5 Occurrences). Matthew 26:5 But they said,
Not on the feast-day, lest there be anuproar among the people. (WBS)....
Concourse (4 Occurrences)
... is rendered "concourse" in Proverbs 1:21 (perhaps from the noise made by people
thronging and talking together; compare 1 Kings 1:41, "uproar"), "She (wisdom...
Started (51 Occurrences)
... (BBE). Acts 17:5 But the unpersuaded Jews took along some wicked men from the
marketplace, and gathering a crowd, set the city in anuproar....
Jason (5 Occurrences)
... (See also preceding article.) (1) Jason was the host of Paul during his stay in
Thessalonica, and, during theuproar organized by the Jews, who were moved to...
Roar (53 Occurrences)
... (Root in WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Psalms 83:2 For, lo, Thine enemies
are in anuproar; and they that hate Thee have lifted up the head....
Uproot (17 Occurrences)
Resources
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