The term "agitated" refers to a state of emotional disturbance or unrest, often characterized by anxiety, nervousness, or turmoil. In the context of the Bible, agitation can be seen in various narratives where individuals experience inner turmoil due to external circumstances or spiritual struggles.

Biblical Instances of Agitation:

1. Moses and the Israelites: In Exodus 32, Moses experiences agitation upon descending from Mount Sinai and witnessing the Israelites worshiping the golden calf. His anger and distress are evident as he throws down the tablets of the covenant. This agitation reflects a righteous indignation against idolatry and disobedience to God’s commandments.

2. Hannah's Distress: In 1 Samuel 1, Hannah is described as being deeply agitated due to her barrenness and the provocation of her rival, Peninnah. Her emotional turmoil leads her to fervent prayer at the tabernacle, where she pours out her soul before the Lord. Her agitation is met with divine compassion, as God eventually grants her a son, Samuel.

3. Jesus in Gethsemane: One of the most profound examples of agitation is found in the account of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. In Matthew 26:37-38 , it is written, "And He took with Him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee and began to be sorrowful and deeply distressed. Then He said to them, 'My soul is consumed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with Me.'" Jesus' agitation is a reflection of the immense burden He was about to bear, highlighting His humanity and the weight of the impending crucifixion.

4. Paul's Concern for the Churches: The Apostle Paul often expressed agitation over the spiritual well-being of the early Christian communities. In 2 Corinthians 11:28 , he writes, "Apart from these external trials, I face daily the pressure of my concern for all the churches." His agitation stems from a deep pastoral care and responsibility for the believers, reflecting his commitment to their spiritual growth and protection from false teachings.

Theological Implications:

Agitation in the Bible often arises from a conflict between divine purposes and human circumstances. It can be a catalyst for prayer, reflection, and ultimately, a deeper reliance on God. The biblical response to agitation is frequently one of turning to God in prayer, seeking His guidance, and trusting in His sovereignty.

Practical Application:

Believers today can find solace in the biblical examples of agitation, recognizing that emotional turmoil is a part of the human experience. The Scriptures encourage turning to God in times of distress, as seen in Philippians 4:6-7 : "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 divine remedy for agitation, emphasizing prayer and the peace that comes from God.(imp. & p. p.) of Agitate.1760. enthumeomai -- to reflect on, to ponder
... 1760 (from 1722 , " a state or condition," intensifying 2372 , "passionate response") --
properly, a frame of mind, easily agitated or quickly moved by . ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1760.htm - 7k7264. ragaz -- to be agitated, quiver, quake, be excited ...
... 7263, 7264. ragaz. 7265 . to be agitated, quiver, quake, be excited, perturbed.
Transliteration: ragaz Phonetic Spelling: (raw-gaz') Short Definition: tremble ...
/hebrew/7264.htm - 6k

926. bahal -- to disturb, terrify
... A primitive root; to tremble inwardly (or palpitate), ie (figuratively) be (causative,
make) (suddenly) alarmed or agitated; by implication to hasten anxiously ...
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7481. raam -- to thunder
... A primitive root; to tumble, ie Be violently agitated; specifically, to crash (of
thunder); figuratively, to irritate (with anger) -- make to fret, roar ...
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5425. nathar -- to spring or start up
... A primitive root; to jump, ie Be violently agitated; causatively, to terrify, shake
off, untie -- drive asunder, leap, (let) loose, X make, move, undo. ...
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Question Agitated in Egypt, as to Whether God Has a Corporeal Form ...
... Book VIII. Chapter XI."Question agitated in Egypt, as to whether God has a Corporeal
Form. Theophilus, Bishop of Alexandria, and the Books of Origen. ...
/.../chapter xi question agitated in egypt.htm

The Question Then Agitated Concerning the Passover.
... Book V. Chapter XXIII."The Question then agitated concerning the Passover.
1. A question of no small importance arose at that time. ...
/.../pamphilius/church history/chapter xxiii the question then agitated.htm

At that Time, the Doctrine of the Holy Ghost was Agitated, and it ...
... Chapter XXII."At that Time, the Doctrine of the Holy Ghost was agitated, and it
was decided that he is to be considered Consubstantial with the Father and ...
/.../the ecclesiastical history of sozomenus/chapter xxii at that time the.htm

And all the Multitude of the Gadarenes Entreated Him to Depart ...
... [909] And that woman, when she saw that she was not hid [20] from him, came fearing
and agitated (for she knew what had happened to her), [910] and fell down ...
/.../hogg/the diatessaron of tatian/section xii and all the.htm

And While they Talked Together,...
... [3786] But they were agitated, and became afraid, and supposed that they [3]
saw a spirit. [3787] Jesus said unto them, Why are ye agitated? ...
/.../hogg/the diatessaron of tatian/section liv and while they.htm

Jesus' World-Passion.
... And His whole being became greatly agitated. ... It was the world-vision that agitated
Him. And it was that same world-vision that held Him steady. ...
/.../gordon/quiet talks with world winners/jesus world-passion.htm

An Examination of the Question as to How it was Possible for them ...
... the question as to how it was possible, on the supposition that the elder Herod
was already anxious (to obtain information regarding Him), and agitated by the ...
/.../augustine/the harmony of the gospels/chapter xi an examination of the.htm

Of the Coming of Jesus, and Its Fruit; and of the virtues and ...
... last time approached, sent a messenger to bring back that old age, and justice which
had been put to flight, that the human race might not be agitated by very ...
/.../lactantius/the divine institutes/chap vii of the coming of.htm

Letter xiii. (AD 389. )
... 2. You cannot but remember that a question often agitated between us, and which
kept us agitated, breathless, and excited, was one concerning a body or kind of ...
/.../augustine/the confessions and letters of st/letter xiii a d 389.htm

In the Beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God...
... [89] But the angel said unto him, Be not agitated, [90] Zacharias, for thy prayer
is heard, and thy wife Elizabeth shall bear thee a son, and thou shalt [15 ...
/.../hogg/the diatessaron of tatian/section i in the beginning.htm

Agitated (9 Occurrences)
...Agitated (9 Occurrences). Matthew 2:3 Reports of this soon reached the king, and
greatly agitated not only him but all the people of Jerusalem. (WEY). ...
/a/agitated.htm - 8k

Rage (43 Occurrences)
... 5. (n.) To be furious with anger; to be exasperated to fury; to be violently
agitated with passion. 6. (n.) To be violent and tumultuous ...
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Boil (29 Occurrences)
... 1. (v.) To be agitated, or tumultuously moved, as a liquid by the generation and
rising of bubbles of steam (or vapor), or of currents produced by heating it ...
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Greatly (297 Occurrences)
... Greatly (297 Occurrences). Matthew 2:3 Reports of this soon reached the king, and
greatly agitated not only him but all the people of Jerusalem. (WEY). ...
/g/greatly.htm - 34k

Quake (23 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (vi) To be agitated with quick, short motions continually
repeated; to shake with fear, cold, etc.; to shudder; to tremble. ...
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Nervous (1 Occurrence)
... 4. (a.) Having the nerves weak, diseased, or easily excited; subject to, or suffering
from, undue excitement of the nerves; easily agitated or annoyed. ...
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Wondered (45 Occurrences)
... the temple. (DBY RSV). Luke 1:29 She was greatly agitated at his words,
and wondered what such a greeting meant. (WEY NIV). Luke 1 ...
/w/wondered.htm - 19k

Work (4564 Occurrences)
... 15. (n.) To be in a state of severe exertion, or as if in such a state; to be tossed
or agitated; to move heavily; to strain; to labor; as, a ship works in a ...
/w/work.htm - 12k

Foam (5 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) To form foam, or become filled with foam; -- said of a steam boiler when
the water is unduly agitated and frothy, as because of chemical action. ...
/f/foam.htm - 9k

Fret (9 Occurrences)
... 8. (vi) To eat in; to make way by corrosion. 9. (vi) To be agitated; to be in violent
commotion; to rankle; as, rancor frets in the malignant breast. 10. ...
/f/fret.htm - 13k

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