Topical Encyclopedia In the Bible, the concept of "feeling" encompasses a range of human emotions and sensations, reflecting the complexity of the human experience as designed by God. Feelings are integral to the biblical narrative, illustrating both the depth of human emotion and the divine response to it.Emotions in the Psalms The Psalms are a rich tapestry of human emotion, expressing feelings of joy, sorrow, fear, and hope. King David, a central figure in the Psalms, often articulates his feelings in prayer and song. For instance, in Psalm 13:1-2 , David cries out, "How long, O LORD? Will You forget me forever? How long will You hide Your face from me? How long must I wrestle in my soul, with sorrow in my heart each day?" Here, David's feelings of abandonment and sorrow are laid bare, yet they are directed towards God, demonstrating a relationship where feelings are openly expressed. Jesus and Compassion The Gospels frequently highlight Jesus' feelings of compassion towards others. In Matthew 9:36 , it is written, "When He saw the crowds, He was moved with compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd." Jesus' feelings of compassion lead to action, as He heals the sick and teaches the people, embodying the divine response to human suffering. Feelings and Sin The Bible also addresses the potential for feelings to lead to sin. In Genesis 4:6-7 , God warns Cain, "Why are you angry, and why has your countenance fallen? If you do what is right, will you not be accepted? But if you refuse to do what is right, sin is crouching at your door; it desires you, but you must master it." Here, feelings of anger and jealousy are acknowledged, but God advises Cain to master these emotions rather than be led by them into sin. The Role of the Holy Spirit The New Testament teaches that the Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in guiding believers' feelings and emotions. In Galatians 5:22-23 , the Apostle Paul lists the fruit of the Spirit, which includes love, joy, and peace—emotions that reflect a life led by the Spirit. These feelings are contrasted with the works of the flesh, which include enmity, strife, and jealousy. Feelings in the Christian Life Feelings are an essential part of the Christian life, but they are not the sole guide for faith and practice. The Bible encourages believers to align their feelings with God's truth. In Philippians 4:6-7 , Paul writes, "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Here, feelings of anxiety are addressed through prayer and trust in God, leading to divine peace. Conclusion While feelings are a natural part of the human experience, the Bible provides guidance on how to navigate them in a way that honors God. Through prayer, the influence of the Holy Spirit, and the teachings of Scripture, believers are encouraged to express their feelings honestly while seeking to align them with God's will. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (v. t.) To perceive by the touch; to take cognizance of by means of the nerves of sensation distributed all over the body, especially by those of the skin; to have sensation excited by contact of (a thing) with the body or limbs.2. (v. t.) To touch; to handle; to examine by touching; as, feel this piece of silk; hence, to make trial of; to test; often with out. 3. (v. t.) To perceive by the mind; to have a sense of; to experience; to be affected by; to be sensible of, or sensitive to; as, to feel pleasure; to feel pain. 4. (v. t.) To take internal cognizance of; to be conscious of; to have an inward persuasion of. 5. (v. t.) To perceive; to observe. 6. (v. i.) To have perception by the touch, or by contact of anything with the nerves of sensation, especially those upon the surface of the body. 7. (v. i.) To have the sensibilities moved or affected. 8. (v. i.) To be conscious of an inward impression, state of mind, persuasion, physical condition, etc.; to perceive one's self to be; -- followed by an adjective describing the state, etc.; as, to feel assured, grieved, persuaded. 9. (v. i.) To know with feeling; to be conscious; hence, to know certainly or without misgiving. 10. (v. i.) To appear to the touch; to give a perception; to produce an impression by the nerves of sensation; -- followed by an adjective describing the kind of sensation. 11. (n.) Feeling; perception. 12. (n.) A sensation communicated by touching; impression made upon one who touches or handles; as, this leather has a greasy feel. Greek 5584. pselaphao -- to feel or grope about ... to feel or grope about. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: pselaphao Phonetic Spelling: (psay-laf-ah'-o) Short Definition: I feel, touch, handle, grope for ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/5584.htm - 7k 4697. splagchnizomai -- to be moved in the inward parts, ie to ... 524. apalgeo -- to cease to feel pain for 3958. pascho -- to suffer, to be acted on 2691. katastreniao -- to become wanton against 4909. suneudokeo -- to join in approving 3356. metriopatheo -- to hold one's emotions in restraint 3338. metamelomai -- to regret, repent 2346. thlibo -- to press, afflict 2872. kopiao -- to grow weary, toil Strong's Hebrew 4184. mush -- to feel... mush. 4185 . to feel. Transliteration: mush Phonetic Spelling: (moosh) Short Definition: feel. ... root Definition to feel NASB Word Usage feel (3). feel, handle. ... /hebrew/4184.htm - 5k 4959. mashash -- to feel, grope 1659. gashash -- to feel with the hand, feel, stroke 3237. yamash -- feel 6973. quts -- to feel a loathing, abhorrence, or sickening dread 6962a. qut -- to feel a loathing 2363b. chush -- to feel, enjoy 973a. bachel -- to feel a loathing 973. bachal -- to feel a loathing 6962. quwt -- to feel a loathing Library Lord, Let us Feel that Thou Art Near, I Feel Myself Growing Dizzy with all This, The Fifteenth Chapter: How one Should Feel and Speak on Every ... You May Feel in Yourself How Conducive this is to Your Highest ... "I Can't Feel. " The Right to Feel Superior That Some May not Come to Feel the Perfection of this Work but in ... How those who are on the Way to Perfection are Truly Humble, and ... Another Rule of Prayer Is, that in Asking we must Always Truly ... That Holy Complacency Gives Our Heart to God, and Makes us Feel a ... Thesaurus Feel (58 Occurrences)... 2. (vt) To touch; to handle; to examine by touching; as, feel this piece of silk; hence, to make trial of; to test; often with out. ... /f/feel.htm - 25k Smart (2 Occurrences) Repent (74 Occurrences) Rests (25 Occurrences) Feeling (59 Occurrences) Ashamed (131 Occurrences) Loathe (19 Occurrences) Glow (3 Occurrences) Grope (5 Occurrences) Fear (970 Occurrences) Resources What can I do when I don't feel any love for God? | GotQuestions.orgIs a believer supposed to be able to feel the Holy Spirit? | GotQuestions.org If I feel no guilt for my sin, am I truly saved? | GotQuestions.org Feel: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Feel (58 Occurrences)Matthew 15:32 Matthew 21:32 Mark 8:2 Mark 10:41 Mark 10:42 Luke 8:46 Luke 15:14 Luke 24:39 John 20:27 Acts 17:27 Romans 9:15 Romans 9:33 Romans 10:11 1 Corinthians 11:22 2 Corinthians 7:13 2 Corinthians 7:14 2 Corinthians 10:8 2 Corinthians 11:2 2 Corinthians 11:29 Ephesians 4:19 Philippians 1:7 Philippians 1:20 1 Thessalonians 3:9 2 Thessalonians 3:14 1 Timothy 5:11 2 Timothy 2:15 Titus 2:8 Hebrews 4:15 Hebrews 6:9 1 Peter 2:6 Genesis 27:12 Genesis 27:21 Genesis 41:55 Exodus 10:21 Judges 16:26 1 Samuel 4:18 1 Samuel 16:16 1 Samuel 16:23 2 Kings 9:15 Job 12:25 Job 20:20 Psalms 58:9 Psalms 102:14 Psalms 115:7 Proverbs 23:35 Ecclesiastes 8:5 Isaiah 32:9 Isaiah 32:11 Isaiah 54:4 Isaiah 59:10 Jeremiah 10:18 Ezekiel 16:54 Daniel 8:25 Daniel 11:21 Daniel 11:24 Amos 6:1 Zephaniah 3:11 Zechariah 1:15 Subtopics Related Terms |
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