In the context of the Bible, the act of yelling or shouting is often associated with expressions of strong emotion, whether in moments of triumph, desperation, or divine encounter. The Bible contains numerous instances where individuals or groups raise their voices, reflecting the intensity of their experiences and the depth of their faith.

Old Testament Instances

1. Battle Cries and Victories: Yelling is frequently associated with battle scenes in the Old Testament. The Israelites often shouted as a sign of victory or divine intervention. For example, in the battle of Jericho, the Israelites were instructed to shout after marching around the city, leading to the miraculous collapse of the walls (Joshua 6:20: "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. Then all the people charged straight into the city and captured it.").

2. Expressions of Distress: Yelling is also depicted as a cry for help or in moments of distress. In the Psalms, David often describes crying out to the Lord in times of trouble, seeking divine assistance and deliverance (Psalm 18:6: "In my distress I called upon the LORD; I cried to my God for help. From His temple He heard my voice, and my cry for His help reached His ears.").

3. Prophetic Declarations: Prophets often raised their voices to proclaim the word of the Lord, calling the people to repentance and warning them of impending judgment. Isaiah, for instance, is instructed to "Cry aloud, do not hold back; raise your voice like a trumpet" (Isaiah 58:1).

New Testament Instances

1. Public Proclamations: In the New Testament, yelling is sometimes associated with public declarations of faith or recognition of Jesus' authority. For example, when Jesus entered Jerusalem, the crowds shouted, "Hosanna to the Son of David!" acknowledging Him as the Messiah (Matthew 21:9).

2. Miraculous Healings: Individuals seeking healing from Jesus often cried out to Him, demonstrating their faith and desperation. Bartimaeus, the blind beggar, shouted to Jesus for mercy, and his persistence led to his healing (Mark 10:47-48: "When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, 'Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!' Many people admonished him to be silent, but he cried out all the louder, 'Son of David, have mercy on me!'").

3. Expressions of Agony: The New Testament also records moments of intense emotional agony expressed through yelling. Jesus Himself, in His crucifixion, cried out in a loud voice, expressing the depth of His suffering and fulfillment of prophecy (Matthew 27:46: "About the ninth hour, Jesus cried out in a loud voice, 'Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?' which means, 'My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?'").

Theological Implications

Yelling in the Bible often signifies a profound human response to divine interaction, whether in moments of faith, desperation, or revelation. It underscores the raw and honest communication between humanity and God, reflecting the intensity of human emotion and the earnestness of seeking divine intervention. The act of yelling, therefore, is not merely a physical expression but a spiritual one, revealing the heart's deepest cries to the Creator.(imp. & p. p.) of Yell.

Leaves College. Goes to Alexandria, Ky. An Adventure in Ohio. A ...
... the leaves. The old preacher who "led in prayer" yelled as if his congregation
was a mile away and God was on a journey. He began ...
/.../chapter ix leaves college goes.htm

Against "The Roaring Lions"
... Hippo. The priest at once began to insult him and his companions, and yelled:
"Down with the traitors! Down with the persecutors!". ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/bertrand/saint augustin/iv against the roaring lions.htm

Meanwhile Florian Varillo had not Gone to Naples. ...
... "What are you stopping for! What are you stopping for!" he yelled. "Go on"go
on"we are not half way to Frascati yet! Go on, I tell you!". "Ma-che! ...
/.../corelli/the master-christian/xxxi meanwhile florian varillo had.htm

Yorkshire and the Settlement System.
... not to preach again. Ingham tore the paper in pieces. "Bring him out and
we'll make him," yelled the mob. The Vicar went out; the ...
/.../hutton/history of the moravian church/chapter x yorkshire and the.htm

The Riot
... Then look out for yourselves,' yelled the mob, for we mean to burst in!'.
Open the doors, men!' said the captain. I will enter last. ...
/.../gathering clouds a tale of the days of st chrysostom/chapter ii the riot.htm

Taunts Turning to Testimonies
... Whilst the populace yelled, 'Thou that destroyest the Temple and buildest it in
three days, come down,' the chief priests, with the scribes, looked at each ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture b/taunts turning to testimonies.htm

The Council of Tyre.
... Hereupon his accusers yelled and shouted that he had perpetrated other viler crimes,
of which it was utterly impossible that he could by any art or ingenuity ...
/.../the ecclesiastical history of theodoret/chapter xxviii the council of tyre.htm

The Gathering Storm
... He asked for necessary funds, and they yelled at him in the Circus, "Plenty of
everything; everything dear!" What would happen to the Empire but for our strong ...
/.../chapter i the gathering storm.htm

The Eighth Beatitude
... such things may call for as much heroism as braving a rack, and the spirit that
shoots out the tongue may be as bad as the spirit that yelled, 'Christianos ad ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture a/the eighth beatitude.htm

'The Prince of Life'
... The crowds who yelled, 'Not this man but Barabbas!' were less guilty and less mad
than those who to-day cry, 'Not Jesus but worldly wealth, or fleeting bodily ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture the acts/the prince of life.htm

Yelled (1 Occurrence)
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Resound (8 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). Jeremiah 2:15 The young lions have roared upon him, and yelled; and they
have made his land waste: his cities are burned up, without inhabitant. ...
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Roared (8 Occurrences)
... (KJV WBS). Jeremiah 2:15 The young lions have roared on him, and yelled; and they
have made his land waste: his cities are burned up, without inhabitant. ...
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Pilate (60 Occurrences)
... Pilate, apparently vexed, and not knowning what to do, said, "Why, what evil hath
he done?" but with yet fiercer fanaticism the crowd yelled out, "Away with him ...
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Pontius (4 Occurrences)
... Pilate, apparently vexed, and not knowning what to do, said, "Why, what evil hath
he done?" but with yet fiercer fanaticism the crowd yelled out, "Away with him ...
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Inhabitant (54 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 2:15 The young lions have roared on him, and yelled; and they have made
his land waste: his cities are burned up, without inhabitant. ...
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Roar (53 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 2:15 The young lions have roared on him, and yelled; and they have made
his land waste: his cities are burned up, without inhabitant. ...
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