Quietness, as a biblical concept, is often associated with peace, rest, and a state of being free from disturbance or turmoil. It is a quality that is both encouraged and exemplified throughout Scripture, reflecting a life that is in harmony with God's will and presence.

Old Testament References

In the Old Testament, quietness is frequently linked with the idea of peace and security. Isaiah 32:17-18 states, "The work of righteousness will be peace; the service of righteousness will be quiet confidence forever. Then my people will dwell in a peaceful place, in safe and secure places of rest." Here, quietness is portrayed as a result of righteousness and is associated with confidence and security.

The Psalms also speak to the value of quietness. Psalm 23:2 describes the Lord as a shepherd who "makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters." This imagery conveys a sense of tranquility and divine provision, where quietness is a manifestation of God's care and guidance.

New Testament References

In the New Testament, quietness is often connected with a life of godliness and contentment. 1 Thessalonians 4:11 advises believers to "aspire to live quietly, to attend to your own matters, and to work with your own hands, as we instructed you." This exhortation emphasizes the importance of leading a peaceful and industrious life, avoiding unnecessary conflict and distraction.

1 Timothy 2:1-2 further underscores the value of quietness in the context of prayer and societal well-being: "I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgiving be offered for everyone—for kings and all those in authority—so that we may lead tranquil and quiet lives in all godliness and dignity." Here, quietness is linked with godliness and is seen as a desirable state for believers, facilitated by prayer and good governance.

Spiritual Significance

Quietness in the Bible is not merely the absence of noise or activity but is deeply spiritual, reflecting an inner peace that comes from trust in God. Isaiah 30:15 captures this essence: "For the Lord GOD, the Holy One of Israel, has said: 'By repentance and rest you would be saved; your strength would lie in quietness and trust.'" This passage highlights the strength and salvation found in a quiet and trusting relationship with God.

The concept of quietness also extends to the practice of silence and reflection before God. In Ecclesiastes 3:7 , there is "a time to be silent and a time to speak," suggesting that quietness is an integral part of spiritual wisdom and discernment.

Practical Application

For believers, cultivating quietness involves both external and internal practices. Externally, it may mean creating spaces and times for solitude and reflection, away from the distractions of daily life. Internally, it involves nurturing a heart that is at peace with God, characterized by trust, contentment, and a focus on spiritual priorities.

Quietness is thus a multifaceted biblical principle that encompasses peace, trust, and a disciplined life, encouraging believers to seek a deeper relationship with God and to live in harmony with His purposes.(n.) The quality or state of being quiet; freedom from noise, agitation, disturbance, or excitement; stillness; tranquility; calmness.1515. eirene -- one, peace, quietness, rest.
... 1514, 1515. eirene. 1516 . one, peace, quietness, rest. ... peace, by impl. welfare
NASB Word Usage peace (91), undisturbed* (1). one, peace, quietness, rest. ...
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2271. hesuchia -- stillness
... stillness. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: hesuchia Phonetic Spelling:
(hay-soo-khee'-ah) Short Definition: quietness, silence Definition ...
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7962. shalvah -- quietness, ease
... shalvah. 7963 . quietness, ease. Transliteration: shalvah Phonetic Spelling:
(shal-vaw') Short Definition: ease. ... abundance, peaceably, prosperity, quietness. ...
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8253. sheqet -- quietness
... sheqet. 8254 . quietness. Transliteration: sheqet Phonetic Spelling: (sheh'-ket)
Short Definition: quiet. ... quietness. From shaqat; tranquillity -- quietness. ...
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5183a. nachath -- quietness, rest
... 5183, 5183a. nachath. 5183b . quietness, rest. Transliteration: nachath
Short Definition: rest. Word Origin from nuach Definition ...
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7987. sheli -- quietness
... 7986, 7987. sheli. 7988 . quietness. Transliteration: sheli Phonetic Spelling:
(shel-ee') Short Definition: privately. Word Origin ...
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5183. Nachath -- quietness, rest
... Nachath. 5183a . quietness, rest. Transliteration: Nachath Phonetic Spelling:
(nakh'-ath) Short Definition: down. lighting down, quietness, to rest, be set on ...
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8252. shaqat -- to be quiet or undisturbed
... 1), careless (1), grant him relief (1), had rest (3), keep quiet (1), keeps quiet
(1), pacified (1), peace (1), quiet (12), quietly (1), quietness (2), rest (2 ...
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7961. shalev -- quiet, at ease
... prosperous (1), quiet (1), satisfied (1). being at ease, peaceable, in prosperity,
quietness, wealthy. Or shaleyv {shaw-lave'}; feminine ...
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'Quietness and Confidence'
... 'QUIETNESS AND CONFIDENCE'. 'In returning and rest shall ye be saved; in quietness
and confidence shall be your strength.'"Isaiah 30:15. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture h/quietness and confidence.htm

That Humility and Quietness are to be Maintained in all Things.
... Third Book. 5. That humility and quietness are to be maintained in all
things. In Isaiah: "Thus saith the Lord God, The heaven is ...
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Quietness of Heart.
... QUIETNESS OF HEART. 7,7,7,7 Sollt' ich mich denn t??glich kr??nken. [257]Philip Jacob
Spener. trans. by Catherine Winkworth, 1869. Shall Io'er the future fret,. ...
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He Maketh Me to Lie Down in Pastures of Tender Grass; He Leadeth ...
... IV. HE MAKETH ME TO LIE DOWN IN PASTURES OF TENDER GRASS; HE LEADETH ME BESIDE
THE WATERS OF QUIETNESS. Our attention is now directed ...
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"Take My Yoke Upon You, and Learn of Me," &C.
... Only come and embrace it, and seek it nowhere else. There is a kind of quietness
and tranquillity in the seeking and attaining this rest. ...
/.../binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/sermon vii take my yoke.htm

Modern Examples of Prayer (Continued)
... eject it. It takes God, the presence and personality of God Himself, to
oust the care and to enthrone quietness and peace. When ...
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Of the Fourth Kind of General Mortifications, viz...
... there may be a real tranquillity in the superior region of the soul, although the
person be not able to discern that there is any such quietness; yea, on the ...
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The Fellowship of Prayer
... testimony will enable others to perceive the value of entering into the fellowship
of prayer with Christ, for I found true rest of soul and quietness of heart ...
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The City and River of God
... souls. Quietness and confidence on our sides correspond to the quietness
and serenity with which He glides into the heart. Instead ...
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"Consider the Lilies. "
... "CONSIDER THE LILIES.". What a beautiful lesson Jesus has taught us of rest
and quietness from the lilies! "Consider the lilies of ...
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Quietness (15 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Quietness (15 Occurrences). ... (WEB KJV ASV WBS YLT RSV).
1 Timothy 2:11 Let a woman learn in quietness with all subjection. ...
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Quiet (167 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. QUIET. kwi'-et: Verb or adjective only in English
Versions of the Bible, "quietness" being used for the noun. ...
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Quietly (30 Occurrences)

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Quiets (2 Occurrences)

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Greed (19 Occurrences)
... NIV). Job 20:20 Because he knew no quietness within him, He shall not save
aught of that wherein he delighteth. (See JPS RSV). Psalms ...
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Tranquility (3 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (n.) Calmness; peace; quietness. Multi-Version
Concordance Tranquility (3 Occurrences). Daniel 4:27 Therefore ...
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Tranquillity (2 Occurrences)
... Tranquillity (2 Occurrences). Ecclesiastes 4:6 Better is an handful with quietness,
than both the hands full with travail and vexation of spirit. (See NIV). ...
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Respite (8 Occurrences)
... YLT). Job 20:20 "Because he knew no quietness within him, he shall not save
anything of that in which he delights. (See NIV). Psalms ...
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Exhort (37 Occurrences)
... 2 Thessalonians 3:12 Now those who are that way, we command and exhort in the Lord
Jesus Christ, that with quietness they work, and eat their own bread. ...
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