Definition and Usage:
The term "exclaim" refers to a sudden, forceful expression of emotion or thought, often vocalized with intensity. In the context of the Bible, exclamations are typically expressions of praise, astonishment, or urgent appeal to God. These vocal outbursts are often spontaneous and reflect the deep emotions of the speaker, whether in joy, distress, or reverence.

Biblical Instances:

1. Expressions of Praise and Worship:
Exclamations are frequently found in the Psalms, where the psalmists often burst into praise and worship. For example, Psalm 100:1 states, "Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth." This verse captures the essence of exclaiming as an act of worship, where the faithful are encouraged to express their joy and reverence vocally.

2. Astonishment and Revelation:
In the New Testament, exclamations often occur in response to the miraculous works of Jesus. In Mark 7:37 , the crowd's reaction to Jesus healing a deaf and mute man is recorded: "They were astonished beyond measure and said, 'He has done all things well. He makes even the deaf hear and the mute speak.'" Here, the exclamation is a response to witnessing divine power and authority.

3. Urgent Appeals and Cries for Help:
Exclamations are also found in moments of desperation or urgent need. In the Old Testament, the prophet Jonah, from the belly of the fish, exclaims in Jonah 2:2 , "In my distress I called to the LORD, and He answered me. From the belly of Sheol I called for help, and You heard my voice." This exclamation is a heartfelt plea for deliverance and an acknowledgment of God's responsiveness.

4. Expressions of Faith and Recognition:
Exclamations can also signify recognition of Jesus' identity and mission. In John 1:29 , John the Baptist exclaims upon seeing Jesus, "Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!" This exclamation is a profound declaration of Jesus' role as the Savior.

Theological Significance:

Exclamations in the Bible often serve as pivotal moments that reveal the speaker's heart and faith. They are spontaneous and unfiltered, providing insight into the spiritual state and convictions of the individual. These expressions can be seen as acts of worship, declarations of faith, or cries for divine intervention. They remind believers of the importance of vocalizing their faith and emotions in their relationship with God.

Practical Application:

For contemporary believers, the biblical use of exclamations encourages a vibrant and expressive faith. Whether in corporate worship, personal prayer, or daily life, exclaiming one's faith and emotions can be a powerful way to connect with God and testify to His work in one's life. It serves as a reminder that faith is not merely intellectual but also deeply emotional and relational.1. (v. t. & i.) To cry out from earnestness or passion; to utter with vehemence; to call out or declare loudly; to protest vehemently; to vociferate; to shout; as, to exclaim against oppression with wonder or astonishment; The field is won! he exclaimed.

2. (n.) Outcry; clamor.

400. anaphoneo -- to cry out
... Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: anaphoneo Phonetic Spelling: (an-af-o-neh'-
o) Short Definition: I call out, shout Definition: I call out, shout, exclaim. ...
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1916. epiboao -- cry.
... Word Origin variant reading for boao, qv. cry. From epi and boao; to exclaim against --
cry. see GREEK epi. see GREEK boao. 1915, 1916. epiboao. 1917 . ...
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2019. epiphoneo -- to call out
... cry against, give a shout. From epi and phoneo; to call at something, ie Exclaim --
cry (against), give a shout. see GREEK epi. see GREEK phoneo. ...
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2905. kraugazo -- to cry out
... Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: kraugazo Phonetic Spelling: (krow-gad'-zo)
Short Definition: I cry aloud, shout Definition: I cry aloud, shout, exclaim. ...
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4377. prosphoneo -- to call to
... call unto, speak unto. From pros and phoneo; to sound towards, ie Address, exclaim,
summon -- call unto, speak (un-)to. see GREEK pros. see GREEK phoneo. ...
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2896. krazo -- to scream, cry out
... cry out. A primary verb; properly, to "croak" (as a raven) or scream, ie (genitive
case) to call aloud (shriek, exclaim, intreat) -- cry (out). ...
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Christ is All
... I thank God that I have no sympathy whatever with that which is merely sectarian,
and have grace given me to protest against it, and to exclaim:". ...
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We Give Offence by Proclaiming that There is one God...
... knowest this to be the truth; for openly and with a perfect liberty, such as we
do not possess, we hear thee both in private and in public exclaim, "Which may ...
/.../tertullian/the souls testimony/chapter ii we give offence.htm

Note on Demons.
... In chapter 7:20, the multitude exclaim, "Thou hast a devil (demon): who goeth about
to kill thee?" In 8:48, his enemies insult him by declaring: "Thou art a ...
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Epistle cxxii. To Rechared, King of the visigoths .
... of the Goths has through thy Excellency been brought over from the error of Arian
heresy to the firmness of a right faith, one is disposed to exclaim with the ...
/.../the epistles of saint gregory the great/epistle cxxii to rechared king.htm

Pelagius' Admission as Regards the Unbaptized, Fatal.
... The grace of God, through Jesus Christ our Lord." [1282] "But why," he asks,
"should I so exclaim, who am already baptized in Christ? ...
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For what Pelagius Thought that Christ is Necessary to Us.
... a holy life, then "Christ died in vain," [1246] and therefore also "the offence
of the cross is ceased." [1247] Why also may I not myself exclaim?"nay, I ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 47 xl for what pelagius.htm

Our Opinion is Directly Opposed to the Pelagian Heresy
... this chapter is explained in reference to a man under the law, it is adverse to
the Pelagian heresy: "But," says Pelagius, "why should I thus exclaim, who am ...
/.../arminius/the works of james arminius vol 2/our opinion is directly opposed.htm

Of the Persons Upon whom a Benefit is to be Conferred.
... [1164] If Cicero were now alive, I should certainly exclaim: Here, here, Marcus
Tullius, you have erred from true justice; and you have taken it away by one ...
/.../lactantius/the divine institutes/chap xi of the persons upon.htm

Indwelling Sin
... and if we be partakers of divine grace, it becomes a subject of great consideration
for us, since even we, although we be regenerated, must exclaim, each one ...
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When travelling lately through the Simplon
... heard to cry out, in the bitterness of despair, "Hast thou found me, O mine enemy?"
Now, safe within the secure shelter, he can rejoicingly exclaim, even with ...
/.../the cities of refuge or the name of jesus/i when travelling lately through.htm

Exclaim (2 Occurrences)
... or passion; to utter with vehemence; to call out or declare loudly; to protest
vehemently; to vociferate; to shout; as, to exclaim against oppression with ...
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Reclaim (1 Occurrence)
... 8. (vt) To exclaim against; to gainsay. 9. (vi) To cry out in opposition or
contradiction; to exclaim against anything; to contradict; to take exceptions. 10. ...
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Exclaimed (45 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Exclaim. Multi-Version Concordance
Exclaimed (45 Occurrences). Matthew 3:7 But when he saw ...
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Yet (1244 Occurrences)
... he. (WEB WEY ASV NAS RSV NIV). Matthew 11:19 The Son of Man came eating
and drinking, and they exclaim, 'See this man! --given to ...
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Vindicated (10 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Vindicated (10 Occurrences). Matthew 11:19 The Son of
Man came eating and drinking, and they exclaim, 'See this man! ...
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Notorious (16 Occurrences)
... notorious sinners?" (WEY). Matthew 11:19 The Son of Man came eating and drinking,
and they exclaim, 'See this man! --given to gluttony ...
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Gluttony (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Gluttony (2 Occurrences). Matthew 11:19 The Son of
Man came eating and drinking, and they exclaim, 'See this man! ...
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Tippling (1 Occurrence)
... & vb. n.) of Tipple. Multi-Version Concordance Tippling (1 Occurrence). Matthew
11:19 The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they exclaim, 'See this man! ...
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Tax-gatherers (16 Occurrences)
... sinners?" (WEY DBY YLT). Matthew 11:19 The Son of Man came eating and drinking,
and they exclaim, 'See this man! --given to gluttony and ...
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Exciting (1 Occurrence)

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