In the context of the Bible, the concept of being scared or experiencing fear is a recurring theme that reflects the human condition and the need for reliance on God. The Bible addresses fear in various forms, from the fear of God, which is reverential awe, to the fear of circumstances, enemies, or the unknown.

Fear of God:
The fear of God is a central theme in Scripture, often associated with wisdom and obedience. Proverbs 9:10 states, "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding." This type of fear is not about being scared in a negative sense but is about having a deep respect and reverence for God's power and authority. It is a foundational aspect of a faithful life, leading to moral living and spiritual insight.

Fear of Circumstances:
Throughout the Bible, individuals and groups face situations that evoke fear. The Israelites, for example, frequently encountered fear during their journey from Egypt to the Promised Land. In Exodus 14:13, as the Egyptians pursued them, Moses reassured the people, "Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the LORD will bring you today." This passage highlights the call to trust in God's deliverance despite frightening circumstances.

Fear of Enemies:
The Bible often records instances where God's people faced fear due to their enemies. In 2 Chronicles 20:15, during a time of impending battle, the Spirit of the Lord came upon Jahaziel, who proclaimed, "Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army. For the battle is not yours, but God's." This assurance emphasizes that God is sovereign over all situations, and His people are encouraged to rely on His strength rather than succumb to fear.

Fear of the Unknown:
Fear of the unknown is a common human experience, and the Bible addresses this by encouraging trust in God's plan. In Matthew 6:34, Jesus advises, "Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own." This teaching encourages believers to focus on the present and trust in God's provision for the future.

Overcoming Fear:
The Bible provides numerous exhortations to overcome fear through faith. In 2 Timothy 1:7, Paul writes, "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control." This verse reassures believers that fear does not come from God, and they are equipped with the resources to overcome it through the Holy Spirit.

Fear and Faith:
The interplay between fear and faith is a significant biblical theme. In Mark 4:40, after calming the storm, Jesus asks His disciples, "Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?" This question underscores the idea that faith in God can dispel fear, as trust in His power and presence provides peace and assurance.

In summary, while the Bible acknowledges the reality of fear, it consistently points believers towards faith and trust in God as the antidote. Through reverence for God, reliance on His promises, and the empowerment of the Holy Spirit, believers are called to live courageously, free from the bondage of fear.1. (v. t.) To frighten; to strike with sudden fear; to alarm.

2. (n.) Fright; esp., sudden fright produced by a trifling cause, or originating in mistake.

4422. ptoeo -- to terrify
... to terrify. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: ptoeo Phonetic Spelling:
(pto-eh'-o) Short Definition: I terrify, scare Definition: I terrify, scare, strike ...
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4423. ptoesis -- a fluttering, excitement, hence terror
... Cognate: 4423 -- properly, "caused by any emotion, but especially by fear, hence, "
(); a scare or nervous excitement" (, 310). See 4422 (). ...
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2865. chathath -- to be shattered or dismayed
... or (figuratively) by confusion and fear -- abolish, affright, be (make) afraid,
amaze, beat down, discourage, (cause to) dismay, go down, scare, terrify. ...
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Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners Or, a Brief Relation of ...
... a second nature to me; the which, as I have also with soberness considered since,
did so offend the Lord, that even in my childhood he did scare and affrighten ...
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Appendix iv the Scotch Service-Book
... The riot became a revolution. The scare of Popery was raised throughout the country,
and soon the whole nation was in arms against the King. ...
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Of Querulousness.
... Every man contributes his note to this doleful Harmony, and after all that God has
done to oblige and delight mankind, scare any man is satisfied enough, I ...
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The Routing of Giant Doubt
... 5:19-21].". "My, you almost scare us naming them! Can it be we must fight
all of them? Is not this that rest-land!". "My dear pilgrims ...
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Self-Love and Truth Incompatible
... To God an undivided heart; The savage form, so feared before,. Shall scare your
trembling soul no more; For, loathsome as the sight may be,. ...
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Five Catechetical Lectures the Same Author,
... the blood of a lamb was the spell against [2362] the destroyer; here, the blood
of the Lamb without blemish Jesus Christ is made the charm to scare [2363] evil ...
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A Song of Christian Joy.
... true colours ever. When approaching death would scare them, Still should
they Patient stay And with courage bear them. Death can ...
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Almighty God! Thy Power Controls
... O'erthrow the reign of primal night,. Shall bring the sunshine that shall scare.
Those prowling terrors in their lair. O Christ our Lord, Thy power proclaim,. ...
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The Lord's Furnace
... come down to fight for Mount Zion.' The enemies of Israel are picturesquely and
poetically represented as a crowd of shepherds vainly trying to scare a lion by ...
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Dying Fires
... They huddle round its dying embers for a little warmth and company, and they hope
it will scare wolf and jackal, but their fuel is all burned, and they have to ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/maclaren/expositions of holy scripture h/dying fires.htm

Scare (3 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Scare (3 Occurrences). ... (DBY). Job 7:14 then you scare me
with dreams, and terrify me through visions: (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS RSV). ...
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Visions (43 Occurrences)
... RSV). Job 7:14 then you scare me with dreams, and terrify me through visions:
(WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Isaiah ...
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Fright (3 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) To alarm suddenly; to shock by causing sudden fear; to terrify;
to scare. Multi-Version Concordance Fright (3 Occurrences). ...
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Terrify (27 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV). Job 7:14 then you scare me with
dreams, and terrify me through visions: (WEB NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Castanets (1 Occurrence)
... The instrument was held by a long handle and was rattled during songs and dances.
It was used in Egypt in religious worship or to scare away evil influences. ...
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Scarecrow (1 Occurrence)

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Scarcity (3 Occurrences)

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Dreams (34 Occurrences)
... (YLT). Job 7:14 then you scare me with dreams, and terrify me through visions:
(WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Ecclesiastes ...
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Carcase (38 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 28:26 And thy carcase shall be meat unto all the fowl of the air, and
unto the beasts of the earth, and there shall be no man to scare them away. ...
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