The term "shouteth" is an archaic form of the verb "shout," often found in older translations of the Bible. It denotes a loud cry or exclamation, typically expressing strong emotion such as joy, triumph, or alarm. In the context of Scripture, shouting is frequently associated with acts of worship, victory in battle, or the proclamation of God's mighty deeds.

Biblical Context and Usage

1. Worship and Praise: Shouting is often depicted as an expression of exuberant worship and praise to God. In the Psalms, the act of shouting is a common response to God's greatness and faithfulness. For example, Psalm 47:1 states, "Clap your hands, all you peoples; shout unto God with a voice of triumph." Here, the shout is an integral part of communal worship, signifying joy and reverence.

2. Victory and Deliverance: Shouting is also associated with victory and divine deliverance. In the account of the fall of Jericho, the Israelites are instructed to shout as a signal of God's intervention. Joshua 6:20 records, "So when the rams’ horns sounded, the people shouted. When they heard the blast of the horn, the people gave a great shout, and the wall collapsed." This shout was an act of faith, preceding the miraculous collapse of the city's walls.

3. Prophetic Declaration: The prophets often used shouting as a metaphor for the proclamation of God's word and the coming of His kingdom. Isaiah 12:6 encourages, "Cry out and sing, O citizen of Zion, for great among you is the Holy One of Israel." The shout here is a call to recognize and declare the presence and power of God among His people.

4. Judgment and Alarm: In some instances, shouting is associated with alarm or the announcement of judgment. Jeremiah 50:15 declares, "Raise a shout against her on every side! She surrenders, her towers fall, her walls are torn down. Since this is the vengeance of the LORD, take vengeance on her; as she has done, do to her." The shout in this context is a signal of impending judgment and the execution of divine justice.

Theological Significance

In the biblical narrative, shouting serves as a powerful expression of faith and acknowledgment of God's sovereignty. It is an outward manifestation of inner conviction, whether in worship, battle, or prophecy. The act of shouting underscores the communal and participatory nature of faith, inviting believers to engage fully with the divine narrative.

Practical Application

For contemporary believers, the concept of shouting can be understood as an encouragement to express one's faith boldly and without reservation. Whether in corporate worship or personal devotion, the act of "shouting" can be a metaphor for living out one's faith with passion and conviction, trusting in God's promises and proclaiming His truth to the world.

We Speak, Indeed, of the "Wrath" of God. ...
... the prophet says: "Awake, why sleepest Thou, Lord?" [3990] and again: "Then the
Lord awaked as one out of sleep, and like a mighty man that shouteth by reason ...
/.../origen/origen against celsus/chapter lxxii we speak indeed.htm

The Destroyer Destroyed
... He, as far as he can, shouteth for joy when he witnesseth how, by one fell deed
of his, one piece of treachery, he hath swept the world with the besom of ...
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Psalm CXLIX.
... They scorn the poor, because the people shouteth not that the poor should be given
to, but the people do shout that the fighter with wild beasts be given to. ...
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"The Sun of Righteousness"
... Three thousand souls are added in one day to the church, for truly the bridegroom
is awaked as one out of sleep, and like a mighty man that shouteth by reason ...
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Shouteth (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Shouteth (2 Occurrences). Psalms 41:11 By this I have
known, That Thou hast delighted in me, Because my enemy shouteth not over me. ...
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Recovering (3 Occurrences)
... recovering; (YLT). Psalms 78:65 Then the Lord awaked as one out of sleep, Like
a mighty man that shouteth by reason of wine. (See JPS). ...
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Awaked (9 Occurrences)
... (KJV ASV DBY WBS). Psalms 78:65 Then the LORD awaked as one out of sleep, and like
a mighty man that shouteth by reason of wine. (KJV JPS ASV WBS). ...
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Awoke (20 Occurrences)
... (See NAS). Psalms 78:65 Then the Lord awoke as one out of sleep, like a mighty
man that shouteth aloud by reason of wine; (DBY NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Shouters (1 Occurrence)

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Delighted (56 Occurrences)
... heart. (YLT). Psalms 41:11 By this I have known, That Thou hast delighted
in me, Because my enemy shouteth not over me. (YLT). Psalms ...
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Shouting (83 Occurrences)

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Asleep (50 Occurrences)
... asleep. (YLT). Psalms 78:65 Then the Lord awaked as one out of sleep, Like
a mighty man that shouteth by reason of wine. (See JPS). ...
/a/asleep.htm - 23k

Shout (114 Occurrences)
... Psalms 41:11 By this I have known, That Thou hast delighted in me, Because my enemy
shouteth not over me. (Root in YLT NAS). Psalms 47:1 For the Chief Musician. ...
/s/shout.htm - 35k

Aloud (141 Occurrences)
... Psalms 78:65 Then the Lord awoke as one out of sleep, like a mighty man that shouteth
aloud by reason of wine; (DBY YLT). Psalms 81:1 For the Chief Musician. ...
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