In the context of the Bible, the term "troubler" is used to describe individuals who cause distress, disruption, or bring calamity upon others, often due to their actions or disobedience to God's commands. The concept of a "troubler" is significant in understanding the consequences of sin and disobedience within the biblical narrative.

Achan as a Troubler

One of the most notable examples of a "troubler" in the Bible is Achan, whose account is found in the Book of Joshua. After the Israelites' victory at Jericho, Achan disobeyed God's command by taking some of the devoted things for himself, which were meant to be destroyed or dedicated to the Lord. This act of disobedience brought trouble upon the entire nation of Israel. As a result, the Israelites were defeated in their next battle at Ai. Joshua 7:25 records Joshua's words to Achan: "Why have you brought this trouble upon us? The LORD will bring trouble upon you this day." Achan's sin led to his own death and served as a stern warning about the consequences of disobedience.

Elijah and Ahab

Another instance of the term "troubler" is found in the interaction between the prophet Elijah and King Ahab. In 1 Kings 18:17-18 , Ahab accuses Elijah of being a "troubler of Israel" because of the drought that had plagued the land. Elijah responds by clarifying that it is Ahab and his father's house who have troubled Israel by forsaking the commandments of the LORD and following the Baals. This exchange highlights the theme of true versus false sources of trouble, emphasizing that disobedience to God is the real cause of distress.

Paul and the Troublers in Galatia

In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul addresses the issue of "troublers" in his letter to the Galatians. These troublers were individuals who were distorting the gospel of Christ by insisting that Gentile converts must adhere to Jewish law, including circumcision, to be saved. Paul strongly opposes this teaching, as seen in Galatians 1:7 : "which is not even a gospel. Evidently some people are troubling you and trying to distort the gospel of Christ." Paul warns against these false teachers and emphasizes the importance of adhering to the true gospel of grace.

Theological Implications

The concept of a "troubler" in the Bible serves as a reminder of the impact of sin and disobedience on both individuals and communities. It underscores the importance of faithfulness to God's commands and the dangers of leading others astray. Troublers are often those who prioritize their own desires or false teachings over the will of God, resulting in spiritual and sometimes physical consequences for themselves and others.

Conclusion

The biblical portrayal of troublers serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of sin and the importance of remaining faithful to God's word. Whether through the actions of individuals like Achan or the false teachings addressed by Paul, the Bible consistently warns against those who bring trouble through disobedience and distortion of divine truth.(n.) One who troubles or disturbs; one who afflicts or molests; a disturber; as, a troubler of the peace.5916. akar -- to stir up, disturb, trouble
... up, disturb, trouble NASB Word Usage bring trouble (1), brought trouble (1),
does...harm (1), grew worse (1), trouble (3), troubled (3), troubler (2), troubles ...
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Antichrist in the Psalms
... not until we discover, by careful searching, which of the Psalms describe the Time
of Jacob's trouble, that we know where to look for their last great Troubler ...
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Letter xxi (Circa AD 1128) to the Abbot of S. John at Chartres
... In truth, what other can be the suggester of scandals, the author of dissension,
the troubler of unity and peace, except the devil, the adversary of truth, the ...
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Leo vi.
... They are better than might have been expected from an imperial author, and
the troubler of the Eastern Church by a fourth marriage. ...
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Letter cxxxix. To Apronius.
... to Ctesiphon (CXXXIII, 13). In that case the troubler of its peace is of
course Pelagius. [3893] 1 Timothy 6:15. [3894] It would ...
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Thus, Then, the Arians, with their Affairs in a Very Flourishing ...
... Finally, Hilarius was ordered to return to Gaul, as being a sower [383] of discord,
and a troubler of the East, while the sentence of exile against him ...
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He Deplores his Wretchedness, that Having Been Born Thirty-Two ...
... Bienvenu ??tait simplement un homme qui constatait du dehors les questions myst??rieuses
sans les scruter, sans les agiter, et sans en troubler son propre ...
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The Regular or Calvinistic Baptists.
... He was a pious, zealous, unselfish, kind-hearted, but eccentric, 'conscientiously
contentions,' and impracticable genius, a real troubler in Israel, who could ...
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Achan's Sin, Israel's Defeat
... So far this passage carries us, leaving the pitiful last hour of the wretched
troubler of Israel untouched. What lessons are taught here? ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture f/achans sin israels defeat.htm

Life at C??sarea; Baptism; and Adoption of Monastic Life.
... of Basil's consecration, De Broglie remarks: "Ainsi se trahissait ?� chaque pas cette
profords diversit?? de caract??re qui devait parfois troubler, mais plus ...
/.../basil/basil letters and select works/iii life at caesarea baptism and.htm

A Work of Reform.
... It is the same policy which has been pursued in all ages. Elijah was declared to
be a troubler in Israel, Jeremiah a traitor, Paul a polluter of the temple. ...
/.../white/the great controversy between christ and satan /26 a work of reform.htm

Troubler (5 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (n.) One who troubles or disturbs; one who afflicts or
molests; a disturber; as, a troubler of the peace. ...Troubler (5 Occurrences). ...
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Carmi (8 Occurrences)
... qv). (3.) The son of Zimri, and the father of Achan (Joshua 7:1), "the troubler
of Israel.". Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. CARMI. ...
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Achan (7 Occurrences)
... a'-kan (`akhan (in 1 Chronicles 2:7 Achar, `akhar, "troubler"): The descendant of
Zerah the son of Judah who was put to death, in Joshua's time, for stealing ...
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Violated (23 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). 1 Chronicles 2:7 The sons of Carmi: Achar, the troubler of Israel,
who committed a trespass in the devoted thing. (See NAS). ...
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Violating (5 Occurrences)
... (WEY). 1 Chronicles 2:7 The sons of Carmi: Achar, the troubler of Israel,
who committed a trespass in the devoted thing. (See NIV). ...
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Wise-hearted (10 Occurrences)
... (BBE). Proverbs 11:29 The troubler of his house will have the wind for his heritage,
and the foolish will be servant to the wise-hearted. (BBE). ...
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Trespassed (28 Occurrences)
... against Jehovah? (YLT). 1 Chronicles 2:7 And sons of Carmi: Achar, troubler
of Israel, who trespassed in the devoted thing. (YLT). 1 ...
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Troublers (3 Occurrences)

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Troublemakers (1 Occurrence)

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Transgressed (44 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS NAS RSV). 1 Chronicles 2:7 And the sons of Carmi; Achar,
the troubler of Israel, who transgressed in the thing accursed. ...
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