Displeasure, as depicted in the Bible, often refers to the feeling of dissatisfaction or anger, particularly from God towards human actions that are contrary to His will. This concept is significant in understanding the nature of God's holiness and justice, as well as the moral expectations placed upon humanity.

Divine Displeasure

God's displeasure is frequently mentioned in the Old Testament, where it is often associated with the Israelites' disobedience and idolatry. In the book of Numbers, God's displeasure is evident when the Israelites complain about their hardships: "The LORD heard your words, and He was angered, and He swore an oath, saying, 'Not one of these men of this evil generation shall see the good land I swore to give your fathers'" (Deuteronomy 1:34-35). This passage highlights how divine displeasure can result in severe consequences, including the withholding of blessings.

In the Psalms, God's displeasure is linked to His righteous judgment: "For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for a lifetime; weeping may stay the night, but joy comes in the morning" (Psalm 30:5). Here, the temporary nature of God's anger is contrasted with His enduring favor, emphasizing His mercy and the hope of restoration.

Human Displeasure

Human displeasure is also addressed in the Bible, often in the context of interpersonal relationships and moral conduct. In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul advises believers to manage their anger: "Be angry, yet do not sin. Do not let the sun set upon your anger" (Ephesians 4:26). This instruction underscores the importance of controlling one's displeasure to prevent it from leading to sin.

The Bible also provides examples of righteous displeasure, where individuals express anger in response to sin and injustice. Jesus Himself demonstrated this when He cleansed the temple, driving out those who were buying and selling there: "And He overturned the tables of the money changers and the seats of those selling doves" (Matthew 21:12). This act of displeasure was directed against the corruption and exploitation occurring in a place meant for worship.

Consequences of Displeasure

The consequences of divine displeasure are often depicted as corrective, intended to bring about repentance and restoration. In the book of Jonah, God's displeasure with Nineveh's wickedness leads to a warning of impending judgment. However, when the people of Nineveh repent, God relents from sending disaster: "When God saw their actions—that they had turned from their evil ways—He relented from the disaster He had threatened to bring upon them" (Jonah 3:10).

In human relationships, unchecked displeasure can lead to conflict and division. The Bible warns against allowing anger to fester, as seen in Proverbs: "A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger" (Proverbs 15:1). This wisdom literature advises believers to seek peace and reconciliation, reflecting the character of God.

Conclusion

The concept of displeasure in the Bible serves as a reminder of the seriousness of sin and the need for repentance. It also highlights the importance of managing human emotions in a way that aligns with God's will, promoting harmony and righteousness.1. (n.) The feeling of one who is displeased; irritation or uneasiness of the mind, occasioned by anything that counteracts desire or command, or which opposes justice or a sense of propriety; disapprobation; dislike; dissatisfaction; disfavor; indignation.

2. (n.) That which displeases; cause of irritation or annoyance; offense; injury.

3. (n.) State of disgrace or disfavor; disfavor.

4. (v. t.) To displease.

1690. embrimaomai -- to be moved with anger, to admonish sternly
... of Speech: Verb Transliteration: embrimaomai Phonetic Spelling: (em-brim-ah'-om-
ahee) Short Definition: I snort, express indignant displeasure Definition: I ...
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4625. skandalon -- a stick for bait (of a trap), generally a snare ...
... Scandal; probably from a derivative of kampto; a trap-stick (bent sapling), ie Snare
(figuratively, cause of displeasure or sin) -- occasion to fall (of ...
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4624. skandalizo -- to put a snare (in the way), hence to cause to ...
... to cause to stumble. From skandalon; to entrap, ie Trip up (figuratively, stumble
(transitively) or entice to sin, apostasy or displeasure) -- (make to) offend. ...
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5355. phthonos -- envy
... 5355 ("ill-will") conveys "displeasure at another's good; . .without longing to
raise oneself to the level of him whom he envies, but only to the ...
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2534. chemah -- heat, rage
... Word Origin from yacham Definition heat, rage NASB Word Usage anger (7), angry
(1), burning anger (1), enrages (1), fury (9), heat (2), hot displeasure (1), hot ...
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2740. charon -- (burning of) anger
... fierceness (3), fury (1), wrath (3). sore displeasure, fierceness, fury,
fierce wrathful. Or (shortened) charon {khaw-rone'}; from ...
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2195. zaam -- indignation
... From za'am; strictly froth at the mouth, ie (figuratively) fury (especially of God's
displeasure with sin) -- angry, indignation, rage. see HEBREW za'am. ...
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7451. ra' -- bad, evil
... ra'. 7451a . bad, evil. Transliteration: ra' Phonetic Spelling: (rah) Short
Definition: adversity. adversity, affliction, bad, calamity, displeasure, distress ...
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The Displeasure of Jesus.
... THE DISPLEASURE OF JESUS. When Jesus therefore saw ... displeasure of a tyrant.
But they are both anger, both displeasure, nevertheless. ...
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Shame on Account of God's Displeasure.
... SHAME ON ACCOUNT OF GOD'S DISPLEASURE. ... God desires that the shame which results
from a sense of His displeasure should last at least as long. ...
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John Draws Down Upon Himself the Displeasure of Many Persons of ...
... Book VI. Chapter V."John draws down upon Himself the Displeasure of Many
Persons of Rank and Power. Of the Eunuch Eutropius. As ...
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The Sins of the Men of Old Time, which Incurred the Displeasure of ...
... Against Heresies: Book IV Chapter XXVII"The sins of the men of old time, which incurred
the displeasure of God, were, by His providence, committed to writing ...
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Journey Continued through Samaria. (Luke, xvii. , 11, Seq. ) ...
... Section 222. Journey continued through Samaria. (Luke, xvii., 11, seq.)
Inhospitality of certain Samaritans."Displeasure of the Disciples. ...
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Whether Venial Sin Can be Forgiven Without Penance?
... Therefore venial sins can be forgiven without penance. Objection 2: Further,
there is no penance without actual displeasure at one's sins. ...
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Whether Contrition is the Greatest Possible Sorrow in the World?
... things. Therefore his sorrow is very slight. Objection 4: Further, the
sorrow of contrition is a kind of displeasure. But there ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether contrition is the greatest.htm

Psalm XXXVIII.
... 2. "O Lord, rebuke me not in Thine indignation; neither chasten me in Thy hot
displeasure" (ver.1). For it will be that some shall be chastened in God's "hot ...
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Whether Anger is a Sin?
... Ethic. vii, 6) that "the angry man acts with displeasure." Now displeasure
is contrary to the will. Therefore anger is not a sin. ...
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To Raimondo of Capua of the Order of the Preachers
... tremulous messages to "his Holiness, the Vicar of Christ." Raimondo, apparently
from his connection with her, is evidently included in the papal displeasure. ...
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Displeasure (12 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Displeasure (12 Occurrences). Acts 12:20 Now the people
of Tyre and Sidon had incurred Herod's violent displeasure. ...
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Frown (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (vi) To contract the brow in displeasure, severity,
or sternness; to scowl; to put on a stern, grim, or surly look. ...
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Retribution (14 Occurrences)
... terribly positive outpourings of God's wrath upon the sinner are the natural
consequences of sin, since sin in its very nature calls down the divine displeasure...
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Displeasing (31 Occurrences)
... & vb. n.) of Displease. 2. (a.) Causing displeasure or dissatisfaction; offensive;
disagreeable. Multi-Version Concordance Displeasing (31 Occurrences). ...
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Offence (27 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) The state of being offended or displeased; anger; displeasure. 4. (n.) A
cause or occasion of stumbling or of sin. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. ...
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Chasten (16 Occurrences)
... RSV). Psalms 6:1 O LORD, rebuke me not in thine anger, neither chasten me
in thy hot displeasure. (KJV ASV DBY WBS NAS RSV). Psalms ...
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Reconciliation (11 Occurrences)
... Lord to be wholly reconciled with his servants." In these two, especially the last,
it is unquestionably the laying aside of the divine displeasure that is ...
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Reconcile (10 Occurrences)
... Lord to be wholly reconciled with his servants." In these two, especially the last,
it is unquestionably the laying aside of the divine displeasure that is ...
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Disposal (4 Occurrences)

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Anger (387 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary The emotion of instant displeasure on account of
something evil that presents itself to our view. In itself ...
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