Topical Encyclopedia In the Bible, the act of yelling or shouting is often depicted as a powerful expression of emotion, whether it be in moments of triumph, despair, or divine intervention. The term "yell" itself may not frequently appear in English translations, but the concept is present through various Hebrew and Greek words that convey shouting, crying out, or raising one's voice.Old Testament Context In the Old Testament, yelling is often associated with battle cries or calls for help. For instance, in the account of the fall of Jericho, the Israelites are instructed to shout as part of their divinely ordained strategy to bring down the city walls. Joshua 6:5 states, "And when there is a long blast of the ram’s horn and you hear its sound, have all the people give a mighty shout. Then the wall of the city will collapse, and the people will go up, each man straight ahead." Yelling is also seen in the context of worship and celebration. In 2 Samuel 6:15 , as the Ark of the Covenant is brought to Jerusalem, "David and all the house of Israel brought up the ark of the LORD with shouting and the sound of the trumpet." This demonstrates the use of loud vocal expressions as a form of joyous worship and reverence for God. New Testament Context In the New Testament, yelling is sometimes depicted in moments of desperation or need for divine intervention. For example, in Mark 10:47-48 , when Bartimaeus, the blind beggar, hears that Jesus is passing by, he begins to shout, "Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!" Despite being rebuked by the crowd, he continues to yell even louder, demonstrating his faith and desperation for healing. Yelling is also present in the context of spiritual warfare and exorcism. In Acts 16:18 , Paul, being annoyed by a spirit that possessed a slave girl, "turned and said to the spirit, 'I command you in the name of Jesus Christ to come out of her!' And it came out at that very moment." Here, the authoritative command, likely delivered with a raised voice, signifies the power of Christ over demonic forces. Symbolism and Theological Implications Yelling in the Bible often symbolizes a deep, earnest cry to God, whether in praise, supplication, or spiritual authority. It reflects the human condition in its rawest form, where individuals are moved to raise their voices in response to divine encounters or pressing needs. The act of yelling can be seen as an acknowledgment of God's sovereignty and a demonstration of faith, as believers cry out for His intervention or celebrate His mighty works. In a broader theological context, yelling can also represent the proclamation of truth and the power of the spoken word. As seen in the prophetic traditions, where prophets often raised their voices to declare God's messages, yelling serves as a vehicle for divine communication and revelation. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (v. i.) To cry out, or shriek, with a hideous noise; to cry or scream as with agony or horror.2. (v. t.) To utter or declare with a yell; to proclaim in a loud tone. 3. (n.) A sharp, loud, hideous outcry. Strong's Hebrew 5286. naar -- to growl... Word Origin a prim. root Definition to growl NASB Word Usage growl (1). yell. A primitive root; to growl -- yell. 5285, 5286. naar. 5287 . Strong's Numbers /hebrew/5286.htm - 5k 3213. yalal -- to howl, make a howling 6963. qol -- sound, voice Library A Supplementary Chapter to the Bible in Spain The Shepherd of Pella The Procession of Sorrow Letter Y Preaching the Gospel, Healing the Sick The Irrevocable Past Jesus and Pilate The Swift Decay of Love At an Irish Funeral Imperial Caesar Thesaurus Yell (1 Occurrence)... 2. (vt) To utter or declare with a yell; to proclaim in a loud tone. 3. (n.) A sharp, loud, hideous outcry. Multi-Version Concordance Yell (1 Occurrence). ... /y/yell.htm - 6k Yeast (48 Occurrences) Yelled (1 Occurrence) Whelps (10 Occurrences) Yelling (1 Occurrence) Resources What is Westboro Baptist Church? | GotQuestions.orgWhat does it mean that “the rocks will cry out” in Luke 19:40? | GotQuestions.org Yell: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Yell (1 Occurrence)Jeremiah 51:38 Subtopics Related Terms |
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