The term "appeaseth" is derived from the verb "appease," which means to pacify, placate, or bring to a state of peace. In the context of the Bible, it often refers to actions or offerings intended to calm anger or avert judgment, particularly in relation to God or interpersonal relationships.

Biblical Context and Usage

1. Divine Appeasement: In the Old Testament, the concept of appeasement is frequently associated with offerings and sacrifices made to God. These acts were intended to atone for sin and restore a right relationship between the people and God. The sacrificial system established in the Mosaic Law was a means by which the Israelites could appease God's righteous anger against sin. Leviticus 1-7 outlines various offerings, including burnt offerings, grain offerings, and sin offerings, which were made to atone for different transgressions.

2. Interpersonal Appeasement: The Bible also addresses appeasement in the context of human relationships. Proverbs 15:18 states, "A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger calms a dispute." Here, the act of being slow to anger and calming a dispute can be seen as a form of appeasement, promoting peace and reconciliation.

3. Appeasement in Narrative Accounts: Several biblical narratives illustrate the concept of appeasement. In Genesis 32-33, Jacob seeks to appease his brother Esau, whom he had wronged, by sending gifts ahead of their meeting. Genesis 32:20 records Jacob's thought process: "For he thought, 'I will appease him with the gift that is going ahead of me. After that I will see his face; perhaps he will accept me.'"

4. Theological Implications: Theologically, the ultimate appeasement of God's wrath is found in the New Testament through the atoning work of Jesus Christ. Romans 3:25 states, "God presented Him as the atoning sacrifice through faith in His blood, to demonstrate His righteousness, because in His forbearance He had passed over the sins committed beforehand." Here, Christ's sacrifice is seen as the ultimate act of appeasement, satisfying God's justice and allowing for reconciliation between God and humanity.

Related Concepts

· Propitiation: Closely related to appeasement, propitiation refers to the act of appeasing or satisfying the wrath of God. It is a key concept in understanding the atonement provided by Christ's sacrifice.

· Atonement: The process by which reconciliation is achieved between God and humanity. In the Old Testament, this was accomplished through sacrifices; in the New Testament, through the sacrifice of Jesus.

· Reconciliation: The restoration of a right relationship between parties, particularly between God and humans, as a result of appeasement and atonement.

Conclusion

The concept of appeasement in the Bible underscores the seriousness of sin and the necessity of restoring peace and right relationships, both with God and among individuals. Through the sacrificial system and ultimately through Christ's atoning work, the Bible presents a comprehensive view of how divine and human wrath can be appeased, leading to reconciliation and peace.

Whether one Ought to Suffer Oneself to be Reviled?
... Now one ought not to suffer another to be reviled, wherefore it is written
(Prov.26:10): "He that putteth a fool to silence appeaseth anger." Therefore neither ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether one ought to suffer.htm

The General Service to one Martyr.
... great miracles, let us all in faith laud the martyr (mentioned by name), for he
doth shed healings unto those that come to him in faith, appeaseth great pains ...
/.../anonymous/the general menaion/chapter xiv the general service.htm

The Work of Jesus Christ as an Advocate,
... And hence, as he is said to be an Advocate, so he is said to be a propitiation,
or amends-maker, or one that appeaseth the justice of God for our sins-"If any ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/the work of jesus christ.htm

Appendix xii. The Baptism of Proselytes
... But when the Rabbi replied by quoting Proverbs 21:14 (a gift in secret appeaseth
wrath'), the spirit' fled in confusion (Jer. Peah viii. 9, p. 21 b). ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/appendix xii the baptism of.htm

A Defence of the Doctrine of Justification, by Faith in Jesus ...
The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3. <. ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/a defence of the doctrine.htm

Appeaseth (5 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Appeaseth (5 Occurrences). Exodus 32:11 And Moses
appeaseth the face of Jehovah his God, and saith, 'Why ...
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Appease (11 Occurrences)
... presents (Genesis 32:20). One "slow to anger appeaseth strife," ie puts
an end to it (Proverbs 15:18). the Revised Version (British ...
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Appendage (11 Occurrences)

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Furious (28 Occurrences)
... vengeance. (See RSV). Proverbs 15:18 A furious man stirreth up contention; but
he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife. (DBY). Proverbs ...
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Repenteth (13 Occurrences)
... yea, he appeaseth the face of Jehovah, and Jehovah repenteth concerning the evil
that He spake against them; and we are doing great evil against our souls. ...
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Dissension (18 Occurrences)
... love. (See NIV). Proverbs 15:18 A wrathful man stirreth up discord; but he
that is slow to anger appeaseth strife. (See NIV). Proverbs ...
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Discord (7 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS RSV). Proverbs 15:18 A wrathful man stirreth up contention;
But he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife. (See JPS). ...
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Appeases (1 Occurrence)

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Stirreth (16 Occurrences)
... (See JPS ASV DBY). Proverbs 15:18 A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that
is slow to anger appeaseth strife. (KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT). ...
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Dispute (37 Occurrences)
... judge. (KJV WBS). Proverbs 15:18 A wrathful man stirreth up discord; but he
that is slow to anger appeaseth strife. (See NAS). Proverbs ...
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