Definition and Context:
The term "remonstrated" refers to the act of expressing earnest opposition or protest. In biblical contexts, it often involves a dialogue where one party seeks to correct or persuade another, typically in matters of faith, morality, or obedience to God's commands.

Biblical Instances and Examples:
While the specific term "remonstrated" may not appear frequently in the Berean Standard Bible, the concept is evident throughout Scripture. Instances of remonstration can be seen in the interactions between prophets and the people of Israel, as well as in the teachings of Jesus and the apostles.

1. Moses and Pharaoh:
In Exodus, Moses repeatedly remonstrates with Pharaoh to let the Israelites go. Despite Pharaoh's hardened heart, Moses persists in delivering God's message. This is a classic example of remonstration, where Moses stands firm in his divine mission despite opposition. Exodus 5:1-2 states, "Afterward, Moses and Aaron went to Pharaoh and said, 'This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: Let My people go, so that they may hold a feast to Me in the wilderness.' But Pharaoh replied, 'Who is the LORD, that I should obey His voice to let Israel go? I do not know the LORD, and I will not let Israel go.'"

2. Nathan and David:
The prophet Nathan remonstrates with King David after his sin with Bathsheba. Nathan uses a parable to convict David of his wrongdoing, leading to David's repentance. This interaction is a powerful example of remonstration leading to spiritual restoration. 2 Samuel 12:7-9 records Nathan's words: "Then Nathan said to David, 'You are the man! This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: I anointed you king over Israel, and I delivered you from the hand of Saul. I gave your master’s house to you and your master’s wives into your arms. I gave you the house of Israel and Judah. And if this had been too little, I would have given you even more. Why then have you despised the word of the LORD by doing evil in His sight?'"

3. Paul and Peter:
In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul remonstrates with Peter (Cephas) over his behavior towards Gentile believers. Paul confronts Peter for withdrawing from Gentile fellowship out of fear of criticism from Jewish believers. This incident underscores the importance of standing firm in the truth of the Gospel. Galatians 2:11-14 recounts, "When Cephas came to Antioch, however, I opposed him to his face, because he stood to be condemned. For before certain men came from James, he used to eat with the Gentiles. But when they arrived, he began to draw back and separate himself, for fear of those in the circumcision group. The other Jews joined him in his hypocrisy, so that by their hypocrisy even Barnabas was led astray. When I saw that they were not walking in line with the truth of the gospel, I said to Cephas in front of them all, 'If you, who are a Jew, live like a Gentile and not like a Jew, how can you compel the Gentiles to live like Jews?'"

Theological Significance:
Remonstration in the Bible often serves as a means of divine correction and guidance. It reflects God's desire for His people to adhere to His commandments and live righteously. Through remonstration, individuals are called to repentance, accountability, and a deeper understanding of God's will. The act of remonstrating is not merely about pointing out faults but is deeply rooted in love and the hope of restoration and reconciliation with God.

Practical Application:
Believers today can learn from biblical examples of remonstration by approaching conflicts and moral failings with a spirit of humility and love. It is essential to speak the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15) and to seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit in addressing issues within the community of faith. Remonstration should aim to build up the body of Christ and lead others towards a closer walk with God.(imp. & p. p.) of Remonstrate.

Indiscreet Importunity.
... Samuel, forseeing the evils which would result from their choice, remonstrated with
them and reminded them of their past success, and pointed out the ...
/.../dods/how to become like christ/indiscreet importunity.htm

Introductory Note
... And we are told in Eusebius, [611] that when a certain presbyter once remonstrated
with him on this subject, and warned him of the injury he might do to his ...
//christianbookshelf.org/dionysius/the works of dionysius/introductory note.htm

The Conspiracy
... "Ta-user, it is thou that art deceived," Seti remonstrated. ... "Thou dost hurry me in
my plan-making," he remonstrated mildly. "Mayhap I shall choose Hotep.". ...
//christianbookshelf.org/miller/the yoke/chapter xxxi the conspiracy.htm

Croesus.
... Gyges remonstrated very earnestly against this proposal. ... Gyges earnestly
remonstrated against this decision, and supplicated forgiveness. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/abbott/cyrus the great/chapter iv croesus.htm

Last Years
... He was about to leave for one of his frequent periods in the hospital, and Canon
Symons remonstrated with him and tried to take his bag, but Mr. Nelson refused ...
//christianbookshelf.org/herrick/frank h nelson of cincinnati/last years.htm

On Mr. Mccabe and a Divine Frivolity
... A critic once remonstrated with me saying, with an air of indignant reasonableness,
"If you must make jokes, at least you need not make them on such serious ...
//christianbookshelf.org/chesterton/heretics/xvi on mr mccabe and.htm

Paul Before Felix.
... Impatient of control, he procured the assassination of Jonathan the high-priest,
whose only crime it was, that he had freely remonstrated against his ...
/.../dick/lectures on the acts of the apostles/lecture xxvii paul before felix.htm

Luther Before the Diet
... of the pope. He therefore, in the most urgent manner, remonstrated with
Charles against Luther's appearance at Worms. About this ...
/.../white/the great controversy/chapter 8 luther before the.htm

Luther Before the Diet.
... of the pope. He therefore, in the most urgent manner, remonstrated with
Charles against Luther's appearance at Worms. About this ...
/.../the great controversy between christ and satan /8 luther before the diet.htm

The Call of Isaiah
... officiate as priests, the king entered the sanctuary "to burn incense upon the altar."
Azariah the high priest and his associates remonstrated, and pleaded ...
/.../white/the story of prophets and kings/chapter 25 the call of.htm

Remonstrated (6 Occurrences)
... & pp) of Remonstrate. Multi-Version Concordance Remonstrated (6 Occurrences). Mark
11:17 And He remonstrated with them. ... John 10:32 Jesus remonstrated with them. ...
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Visited (40 Occurrences)
... (WEY). Galatians 2:11 Now when Peter visited Antioch, I remonstrated with him
to his face, because he had incurred just censure. (WEY). ...
/v/visited.htm - 18k

King (25505 Occurrences)
... a time in the history of that people when a king was demanded, that they might be
like other nations (1 Samuel 8:5). The prophet Samuel remonstrated with them ...
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Onias
... Onias remonstrated in vain, pleading for the "deposits of widows and orphans."
Heliodorus persisted in the object of his mission. ...
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Incurred (9 Occurrences)
... (See NAS RSV). Galatians 2:11 Now when Peter visited Antioch, I remonstrated with
him to his face, because he had incurred just censure. (WEY). ...
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Remonstrating (1 Occurrence)

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Remonstrate (3 Occurrences)

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Martha (12 Occurrences)
... 27). Yet she remained inwardly unconvinced, and remonstrated when Jesus
ordered the stone before the grave to be removed (11:39). ...
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Censure (3 Occurrences)
... Censure (3 Occurrences). Galatians 2:11 Now when Peter visited Antioch, I remonstrated
with him to his face, because he had incurred just censure. (WEY). ...
/c/censure.htm - 7k

Deeds (309 Occurrences)
... believe. The deeds that I do in my Father's name--they give testimony about
me. (WEY). John 10:32 Jesus remonstrated with them. "Many ...
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