In the context of the Bible, the term "whispered" often carries connotations of secrecy, deceit, or intimate communication. The act of whispering can be seen both in negative and positive lights, depending on the context and intent behind the action.

Negative Connotations:

1. Gossip and Slander: Whispering is frequently associated with gossip and slander, which are condemned in Scripture. Proverbs 16:28 states, "A perverse man spreads dissension, and a gossip separates close friends." Here, whispering is linked to the spreading of rumors and causing division among people. The secretive nature of whispering can be a tool for those who wish to harm others through deceitful speech.

2. Deceit and Malice: In Romans 1:29-30 , whispering is listed among the sins of humanity: "They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, greed, and depravity. They are full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, and malice. They are gossips, slanderers, God-haters, insolent, arrogant, and boastful." Whispering, in this context, is associated with deceit and malice, highlighting its potential to harm relationships and communities.

3. Secretive Plots: The act of whispering can also imply secretive plotting or conspiracies. In 2 Samuel 15:10 , Absalom uses secretive communication to undermine King David: "Then Absalom sent spies throughout the tribes of Israel with this message: 'When you hear the sound of the trumpet, you are to say, ‘Absalom reigns in Hebron!’" This whispering campaign was part of Absalom's conspiracy to usurp the throne.

Positive Connotations:

1. Intimate Communication: While often negative, whispering can also denote intimate and personal communication. In 1 Kings 19:12 , God speaks to Elijah not in a loud voice but in a "gentle whisper": "After the earthquake came a fire, but the LORD was not in the fire. And after the fire came a gentle whisper." This passage illustrates how God can communicate in a personal and intimate manner, emphasizing the closeness of His relationship with His people.

2. Confidential Counsel: Whispering can also be seen in the context of providing confidential counsel or advice. Proverbs 27:9 states, "Oil and incense bring joy to the heart, and the sweetness of a friend is counsel to the soul." While not explicitly mentioning whispering, the idea of close, personal counsel can be associated with the intimate nature of a whispered conversation.

Moral and Ethical Implications:

The Bible encourages believers to be mindful of their speech, whether whispered or spoken aloud. Ephesians 4:29 advises, "Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen." This verse underscores the importance of using speech, including whispers, to edify and uplift others rather than to harm or deceive.

In summary, the act of whispering in the Bible can serve as a metaphor for both the destructive power of secretive, deceitful speech and the beauty of intimate, personal communication. Believers are called to use their words wisely, ensuring that even their whispers align with the truth and love of God.(imp. & p. p.) of Whisper.3775. ous -- the ear
... perception. Word Origin a prim. word Definition the ear NASB Word Usage ear
(12), ears (23), hearing (1), whispered* (1). ear. Apparently ...
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2980. laleo -- to talk
... 54), speaks (25), spoke (44), spoken (38), stating (1), talked (1), talking (5),
tell (1), telling (1), things spoken (2), told (7), uttered (1), whispered* (1 ...
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4314. pros -- advantageous for, at (denotes local proximity) ...
... beside (1), end (1), near (4), order (1), pertaining (4), promote (1), referring
(1), regard (1), so (5), terms (1), together* (1), toward (9), whispered* (1). ...
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It was Near the Middle Hour of the Night. ...
... "Now to our business," he whispered, turning to the officer. ... "Now," Antipater whispered,
"are you of the same mind?". "I am.". "And again you swear secrecy?". ...
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While Vergilius, Going Slowly, was Thinking of These Things...
... "I love you," he began to say. "Wait," she whispered, stopping him as she turned,
looking up and down the great hall. "It is for me alone. ...
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Explaining the Divine Life.
... Hurrying into the schoolroom, she whispered to one of the boys, telling him to ask
Bessie as she passed what was the matter with her face, but to say nothing ...
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Arria Met them in the Atrium. ...
... She had dreamed of many things to say, but now she only whispered to him, her lips
against his ear, the simple message: "I love you, I love you, I love you ...
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For the King There were Three Great Perils: the People...
... "O Venus, mother of love!" he whispered, turning to admire a statue in the dim-lit
corner where he stood. Now the eyes of Venus were covered with an arm. ...
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The Day was Near Its End. ...
... Vergilius whispered, his awe returning: "They are coming"those men who rode
the camels.". ... "Apollo save me!" he whispered, turning to go. ...
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The Festival of Games, in Honor of Augustus, were About to Begin ...
... He whispered, eagerly: "My sister, Cyran the Beloved, is here. She is waiting at
the castle.". ... Rise quickly! He will slay you!". "Cyran!" he whispered. ...
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When Appius Told his Mother and his Sister what Augustus had Said ...
... Doom. "Would you earn this money, and much more?" he whispered. ... infamy. The
prince took the hand of the sailor and whispered to him: ...
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Vergilius had Thought Wisely of his Temptation. ...
... "What is your plan?" he whispered. ... you are worthy to be the wife as well as the daughter
of a king," he whispered, his cheeks red with enthusiasm. ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/bacheller/vergilius/chapter 17 vergilius had thought.htm

Arria and Her Brother were Far from the Shores of Hellas and Near ...
... It may be the fair Vergilius forgets you.". She turned, quickly, and her voice trembled
as she whispered: "Nay, he also has the great love in him. ...
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Whispered (4 Occurrences)
...Whispered (4 Occurrences). Matthew 10:27 What I tell you in the darkness, speak
in the light; and what you hear whispered in the ear, proclaim on the housetops. ...
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Whisper (9 Occurrences)
... (See NAS NIV). Isaiah 26:16 Jehovah, in trouble they sought thee; they poured
out their whispered prayer when thy chastening was upon them. ...
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Utter (111 Occurrences)
... (WBS). Matthew 10:27 What I tell you in the darkness, speak in the light; and what
you hear whispered in the ear, proclaim on the housetops. (See RSV). ...
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Whisperer (4 Occurrences)

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Roofs (13 Occurrences)
... Matthew 10:27 What I tell you in the dark, speak in the light; and what is whispered
into your ear, proclaim upon the roofs of the houses. (WEY NIV). ...
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Doors (149 Occurrences)
... Luke 12:3 Whatever therefore you have said in the dark, will be heard in the light;
and what you have whispered within closed doors will be proclaimed from the ...
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Daylight (24 Occurrences)
... Daylight (24 Occurrences). Matthew 10:27 What I tell you in the darkness, speak
in the light; and what you hear whispered in the ear, proclaim on the housetops. ...
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Midwife (4 Occurrences)
... Cotah 2 b) in which it is said that the two midwives had different duties, Shiphrah
being the one who dressed the infant, Puah, the one who whispered to it. ...
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Proclaim (172 Occurrences)
... (WBS YLT). Matthew 10:27 What I tell you in the darkness, speak in the light; and
what you hear whispered in the ear, proclaim on the housetops. ...
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Closed (47 Occurrences)
... Luke 12:3 Whatever therefore you have said in the dark, will be heard in the light;
and what you have whispered within closed doors will be proclaimed from the ...
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