Bible Concordance: Disquietude

4103. mehumah -- tumult, confusion, disquietude, discomfiture
... mehumah. 4104 . tumult, confusion, disquietude, discomfiture. Transliteration:
mehumah Phonetic Spelling: (meh-hoo-maw') Short Definition: confusion. ...
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1995. hamon -- a sound, murmur, roar, crowd, abundance
... 5:7) {haw-mone'}; from hamah; a noise, tumult, crowd; also disquietude, wealth --
abundance, company, many, multitude, multiply, noise, riches, rumbling ...
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Library

That Even the Fierceness of War and all the Disquietude of Men ...
... Book XIX. Chapter 12."That Even the Fierceness of War and All the Disquietude of
Men Make Towards This One End of Peace, Which Every Nature Desires. ...
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The Realization of Perfect Peace
... Man partakes of this duality, and both the surface change and disquietude, and the
deep-seated eternal abode of Peace, are contained within him. ...
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Letter Lxxxv. (AD 405. )
... to witness, that if you were only to desire for yourself what I desire on your behalf,
you would now be living in Christ free from all disquietude, and would ...
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Temporal Advantages.
... indeed maintain, with no slight show of reason, that these things, so far from
increasing happiness, are generally the source of much disquietude; that as a ...
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The Power of Prayer in Relation to Outward Circumstances.
... these emotions are kindled by the fire of passion; then the thought of God and prayer
to Him can have no place beside them, But that disquietude, so altogether ...
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Letter Xcv. (AD 408. )
... to be? And this caution, though attended with abundant disquietude, is
much better than the rashness of dogmatic assertion. Also ...
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The Song of a City, and the Pearl of Peace
... be there." If you who are believers in Jesus do not usually enjoy this peace, the
blame must be laid to your own door: you make your own disquietude, for God ...
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Letter Lxxviii. (AD 404. )
... neglected, and that it should not be brought to your knowledge, since this could
only cause unavailing vexation to the strong, and dangerous disquietude to the ...
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Introduction
... he was confronted with Cajetan, as well as the whole year of 1519, when he held
his disputations with Eck, etc., were replete with disquietude and pressing ...
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God Wills Our Good.
... in adversity, suffers without merit; moreover by his lack of resignation he adds
to his punishment in the next life and experiences greater disquietude of mind ...
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Thesaurus

Disquietude (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Disquietude (2 Occurrences). Psalms 38:8 I have been feeble
and smitten -- unto excess, I have roared from disquietude of heart. (YLT) ...
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Disregard (8 Occurrences)

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Unrest (3 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (n.) Want of rest or repose; unquietness; sleeplessness;
uneasiness; disquietude. Multi-Version Concordance Unrest (3 Occurrences). ...
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Groan (32 Occurrences)
... sign of respiratory distress due to depressed action of the heart; sighing is
consequently the indication of physical weakness or mental disquietude, as Psalm ...
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Worry (14 Occurrences)
... 4. (vi) To feel or express undue care and anxiety; to manifest disquietude or pain;
to be fretful; to chafe; as, the child worries; the horse worries. ...
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Excess (20 Occurrences)
... mourning. (YLT). Psalms 38:8 I have been feeble and smitten -- unto excess,
I have roared from disquietude of heart. (YLT). Proverbs ...
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Disquietness (1 Occurrence)

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Pain (172 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) Specifically, the throes or travail of childbirth. 4. (n.) Uneasiness of
mind; mental distress; disquietude; anxiety; grief; solicitude; anguish. ...
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Anxious (40 Occurrences)
... 1. (a.) Greatly concerned about something future or unknown; distressed; Solicitous;
Full of anxiety or disquietude; being in painful suspense; -- applied to ...
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Topical Encyclopedia

Disquietude refers to a state of unease, anxiety, or restlessness. In the context of the Bible, disquietude often arises from a lack of trust in God, fear of circumstances, or the burden of sin. The Scriptures address this condition by encouraging believers to find peace and rest in God’s promises and presence.

Biblical Instances and Teachings

1. Psalm 42:5 · The psalmist expresses a sense of disquietude, asking, "Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why the unease within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him for the salvation of His presence." This verse highlights the internal struggle of the soul and the remedy of placing hope in God.

2. Psalm 55:2 · David pleads, "Attend to me and answer me. I am restless in my complaint, and distraught." Here, disquietude is linked to the pressures and threats from enemies, prompting David to seek God’s intervention.

3. Matthew 6:25-34 · Jesus addresses anxiety and disquietude about daily needs, urging His followers not to worry about their lives, what they will eat or drink, or about their bodies and what they will wear. He emphasizes trust in God’s provision, stating, "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you."

4. Philippians 4:6-7 · The Apostle Paul instructs believers, "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." This passage offers a direct antidote to disquietude through prayer and reliance on God’s peace.

5. 1 Peter 5:7 · Peter encourages believers to cast all their anxiety on God because He cares for them. This act of casting is a relinquishing of disquietude, trusting in God’s care and sovereignty.

Theological Insights

Disquietude is often a reflection of the human condition in a fallen world, where sin and its consequences lead to unrest. The Bible consistently points to God as the source of true peace. Trust in God’s character, His promises, and His ultimate plan for redemption provides the foundation for overcoming disquietude.

Practical Application

Believers are encouraged to combat disquietude by:

· Prayer and Supplication: Bringing concerns to God in prayer, as seen in Philippians 4:6-7, is a practical step in addressing anxiety.
· Meditation on Scripture: Reflecting on God’s promises and His faithfulness can help realign the heart and mind towards peace.
· Community Support: Engaging with fellow believers for encouragement and support can alleviate feelings of isolation and unrest.
· Trust in God’s Sovereignty: Recognizing God’s control over all circumstances can provide comfort and reduce anxiety.

In summary, disquietude is a common human experience addressed throughout Scripture. The Bible offers a pathway to peace through trust in God, prayer, and the support of the Christian community.

Resources

Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus

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