Definition and Context:
Clashing refers to conflict, disagreement, or opposition between individuals, groups, or ideas. In the biblical context, clashing often arises from differences in beliefs, values, or actions that are contrary to God's will. It can manifest in various forms, including physical confrontations, verbal disputes, or ideological conflicts.

Biblical Instances of Clashing:

1. Cain and Abel:
One of the earliest examples of clashing in the Bible is the conflict between Cain and Abel, the sons of Adam and Eve. Cain's jealousy and anger towards Abel, whose offering was favored by God, led to the first murder. Genesis 4:8 states, "Then Cain said to his brother Abel, 'Let us go out to the field.' And while they were in the field, Cain attacked his brother Abel and killed him."

2. Jacob and Esau:
The clashing between Jacob and Esau, the twin sons of Isaac and Rebekah, is another significant biblical narrative. Their struggle began in the womb and continued into adulthood, primarily over the birthright and blessing. Genesis 25:22 notes, "But the children inside her struggled with each other, and she said, 'Why is this happening to me?' So she went to inquire of the LORD."

3. David and Saul:
King Saul's jealousy and fear of David led to a prolonged period of clashing between the two. Despite David's loyalty, Saul viewed him as a threat to his throne. 1 Samuel 18:29 records, "he grew even more afraid of David. So from then on Saul was David’s enemy."

4. Jesus and the Pharisees:
Jesus frequently clashed with the Pharisees and other religious leaders of His time. These confrontations often centered around interpretations of the Law and the true nature of righteousness. In Matthew 23:27 , Jesus declares, "Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs, which look beautiful on the outside but on the inside are full of dead men’s bones and every kind of impurity."

5. Paul and Barnabas:
Even among early Christians, clashing occurred, as seen in the disagreement between Paul and Barnabas over John Mark. Acts 15:39 states, "Their disagreement was so sharp that they parted company. Barnabas took Mark and sailed for Cyprus."

Theological Implications:

Clashing in the Bible often highlights the fallen nature of humanity and the consequences of sin. It serves as a reminder of the need for reconciliation and the pursuit of peace, as emphasized in the teachings of Jesus. Matthew 5:9 says, "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God."

Resolution and Reconciliation:

The Bible encourages believers to seek resolution and reconciliation in times of clashing. Ephesians 4:31-32 advises, "Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you."

Practical Application:

Christians are called to address clashing with a spirit of humility, love, and forgiveness. Romans 12:18 instructs, "If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone." This involves active efforts to understand differing perspectives, communicate effectively, and prioritize unity within the body of Christ.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Clash.214. alalazo -- to raise a war cry
... war cry. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: alalazo Phonetic Spelling:
(al-al-ad'-zo) Short Definition: I cry aloud, a clanging or clashing cymbal Definition ...
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Whether Heavenly Bodies Impose Necessity on Things Subject to ...
... action of a cause so ordered to its effect as to produce it in the majority of cases,
clashes sometimes with this cause by accident: and the clashing of these ...
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The Self-Communication of God
... Thence came also discord and the clashing of oppugnant wills among the lower
creation, and deterioration of their powers down to the lowest. ...
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A Letter from a West Indian Cottage Ornee
... You hear a sudden rattle, as of boards and brown paper, overhead, and find that
it is the clashing of the huge leaves of a young fan palm, {78a} growing not ...
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Hymn for all Hours
... When the king in priestly raiment sang the Christ that was to be, Voice and lute
and clashing cymbal joined in joyous harmony, While the Spirit, heaven ...
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How to Conduct Ourselves at Feasts.
... "Praise Him on the clashing cymbals." He calls the tongue the cymbal of
the mouth, which resounds with the pulsation of the lips. ...
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Character and Condition of the Churches to whom the Epistle was ...
... of mind, which was often connected with false zeal for the honor of God; the insatiable
love of gain, and consequent divisions from the clashing of selfish ...
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The Surprised Jew.
... cross. Out of such a radical clashing of two great wills have come some most
surprising results. The first surprise was for the Jew. ...
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The Two-Fold Aspect of the Divine Working
... They hear the clashing and grinding of opposing forces, the thunder as of falling
avalanches, and the moaning as of a homeless wind, but they hear the sounds ...
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Elucidations.
... reiterated definitions. We have here a very important outline of his Christian
Eclecticism, which, so far from clashing with St. Paul's ...
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The United Song of Praise
... him with lyre and harp, Praise him with timbrel and dance, Praise him with strings
and pipe, Praise him with clanging cymbals, Praise him with clashing cymbals ...
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Clashing (1 Occurrence)
... n.) of Clash. Multi-Version Concordance Clashing (1 Occurrence). Psalms 150:5 Praise
Him with the loud-sounding cymbals; praise Him with the clanging cymbals. ...
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Cymbal (1 Occurrence)
... of brass, shaped like a circular dish or a flat plate, with a handle at the back; --
used in pairs to produce a sharp ringing sound by clashing them together. ...
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Clash (2 Occurrences)

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Colors (12 Occurrences)
... have come to us from the Orient have been, in the past, more the result of accident
(see DYE) than of deliberate purpose, as witness the clashing of colors ...
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Clasp (2 Occurrences)

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Color (18 Occurrences)
... have come to us from the Orient have been, in the past, more the result of accident
(see DYE) than of deliberate purpose, as witness the clashing of colors ...
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