In the context of the Bible, "tumults" refer to disorderly disturbances, commotions, or uprisings that disrupt peace and order. These events are often characterized by chaos and confusion, and they can arise from various causes, including social unrest, political upheaval, or spiritual rebellion. The Bible provides numerous examples and teachings related to tumults, highlighting both their causes and consequences.

Old Testament References

In the Old Testament, tumults are often associated with warfare and rebellion. For instance, in Isaiah 22:2, the prophet Isaiah describes a city filled with tumult: "You who are full of noise, a tumultuous city, a joyous city? Your slain were not slain with the sword, nor did they die in battle." Here, the tumult is linked to a city in distress, emphasizing the chaos and confusion that accompany such disturbances.

The Psalms also speak of tumults in the context of the nations' rage against God and His anointed. Psalm 2:1-2 states, "Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain? The kings of the earth take their stand and the rulers gather together, against the LORD and against His Anointed One." This passage reflects the spiritual dimension of tumults, where human rebellion is ultimately against divine authority.

New Testament References

In the New Testament, tumults are often seen in the context of the early Christian church's experiences. The Apostle Paul frequently encountered tumults during his missionary journeys. In Acts 19:29 , a tumult arises in Ephesus: "Soon the whole city was in disarray. They rushed together into the theater, dragging with them Gaius and Aristarchus, Paul's traveling companions from Macedonia." This incident illustrates how the proclamation of the Gospel often led to social upheaval and resistance.

Paul himself references his experiences with tumults in 2 Corinthians 6:4-5 , where he describes the hardships faced in his ministry: "Rather, as servants of God we commend ourselves in every way: in great endurance; in troubles, hardships, and calamities; in beatings, imprisonments, and riots; in labor, sleepless nights, and hunger." Here, "riots" can be understood as tumults, highlighting the external challenges faced by early Christians.

Spiritual and Moral Implications

Tumults in the Bible often serve as a backdrop for demonstrating God's sovereignty and the futility of human rebellion against His will. They remind believers of the spiritual warfare that underlies earthly conflicts. In 1 Corinthians 14:33 , Paul writes, "For God is not a God of disorder, but of peace," contrasting the divine nature with the chaos of human tumults.

Furthermore, tumults can be seen as a test of faith and character for believers. In the face of disorder and persecution, Christians are called to remain steadfast and trust in God's ultimate plan. The Bible encourages believers to seek peace and pursue righteousness, even amidst tumultuous circumstances.

Conclusion

While the Bible acknowledges the reality of tumults, it also offers hope and guidance for navigating such challenges. Through faith and reliance on God's wisdom, believers are equipped to endure and overcome the chaos of this world, looking forward to the ultimate peace found in Christ.181. akatastasia -- instability
... Word Origin from akatastatos Definition instability NASB Word Usage confusion (1),
disorder (1), disturbances (2), tumults (1). commotion, confusion, tumult. ...
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... from hum Definition tumult, confusion, disquietude, discomfiture NASB Word Usage
confusion (5), disturbances (1), panic (2), tumult (1), tumults (1), turmoil (2 ...
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Varus Composes the Tumults in Judea and Crucifies About Two ...
... CHAPTER 5. Varus Composes The Tumults In Judea And Crucifies About Two Thousand
Of The Seditious. 1. Upon Varus's reception of the ...
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Cruelty of Macedonius, and Tumults Raised by Him.
... Book II. Chapter XXXVIII."Cruelty of Macedonius, and Tumults raised by him.
The bishops of the Arian party began to assume greater ...
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Many Tumults under Cumanus, which were Composed by Quadratus. ...
... CHAPTER 12. Many Tumults Under Cumanus, Which Were Composed By Quadratus. Felix
Is Procurator Of Judea. Agrippa Is Advanced From Chalcis To A Greater Kingdom. ...
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Matt. xxiv. 33, 34
... about the earthquakes, about the false Christs, about the false prophets, about
the sowing of the gospel everywhere, the seditions, the tumults, all the other ...
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1 Timothy ii. 4-Feb
... If in order to put an end to public wars, and tumults, and battles, the Priest is
exhorted to offer prayers for kings and governors, much more ought private ...
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Book 18 Footnotes
... on this occasion, may very well be those very Galilean Jews, "whose blood Pilate
had mingled with their sacrifices," Luke 13:1, 2; these tumults being usually ...
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Book 20 Footnotes
... Who that earlier Theudas was, see the note on B. XVII. ch.10. sect.5. [10] This
and many more tumults and seditions which arose at the Jewish festivals, in ...
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Matt. xxiv. 1, 2
... For before this, were wars, and tumults, and fightings; but He speaks of the Jewish
wars coming upon them at no great distance, for henceforth the Roman arms ...
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The Destruction of Jerusalem and the Coming of Christ. Ch. 21:5-38
... astray: for many shall come in my name, saying, I am he; and, The time is at hand:
go ye not after them.9 And when ye shall hear of wars and tumults, be not ...
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The Wars of the Jews or History of the Destruction of Jerusalem
... CHAPTER 5. Varus Composes The Tumults In Judea And Crucifies About Two Thousand
Of The Seditious. ... Many Tumults Under Cumanus, Which Were Composed By Quadratus. ...
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Tumults (2 Occurrences)
...Tumults (2 Occurrences). ... (ASV DBY RSV). 2 Corinthians 6:5 In stripes, in imprisonments,
in tumults, in labours, in watchings, in fastings; (KJV ASV WBS NAS RSV). ...
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Tumultuous (10 Occurrences)

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Needs (85 Occurrences)
... Luke 21:9 And when ye shall hear of wars and tumults, be not terrified: for these
things must needs come to pass first; but the end is not immediately. (ASV). ...
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Labours (19 Occurrences)
... WEY). 2 Corinthians 6:5 In stripes, in imprisonments, in tumults, in labours,
in watchings, in fastings; (KJV DBY YLT). 2 Corinthians ...
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Aquila (7 Occurrences)
... cruel and unjust edict of Claudius which expelled all Jews from Rome in 52 AD The
decree, it is said by Suetonius, was issued on account of tumults raised by ...
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Subside (5 Occurrences)
... 3. (vi) To fall into a state of quiet; to cease to rage; to be calmed; to settle
down; to become tranquil; to abate; as, the sea subsides; the tumults of war ...
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Stripes (19 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV ASV DBY WBS). 2 Corinthians 6:5 In stripes, in imprisonments, in tumults,
in labours, in watchings, in fastings; (KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT). ...
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Tumult (56 Occurrences)

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Publish (22 Occurrences)
... the palaces at Ashdod, and in the palaces in the land of Egypt, and say, Assemble
yourselves upon the mountains of Samaria, and behold the great tumults in the ...
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Lest (282 Occurrences)
... that I shall be found unto you such as ye would not: lest there be debates, envyings,
wraths, strifes, backbitings, whisperings, swellings, tumults: (KJV ASV ...
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