In the context of biblical literature, the term "harangue" refers to a forceful or passionate speech, often delivered with the intent to persuade or admonish. While the Bible does not explicitly use the term "harangue," the concept is evident in various passages where individuals deliver fervent speeches to convey God's message, rebuke sin, or call for repentance.

Old Testament Examples

One of the most notable examples of a harangue in the Old Testament is found in the speeches of the prophets. Prophets like Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel often delivered impassioned messages to the people of Israel, urging them to turn from their sinful ways and return to God. These speeches were characterized by their intensity and urgency, as the prophets sought to convey the seriousness of God's impending judgment.

For instance, in the book of Jeremiah, the prophet delivers a series of warnings to the people of Judah. Jeremiah 7:1-3 states, "This is the word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying, 'Stand in the gate of the house of the LORD and proclaim this message: Hear the word of the LORD, all you people of Judah who enter through these gates to worship the LORD. Thus says the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel: Correct your ways and deeds, and I will let you live in this place.'"

New Testament Examples

In the New Testament, John the Baptist is a prominent figure known for his fiery preaching. His call to repentance and preparation for the coming of the Messiah can be seen as a harangue. In Matthew 3:7-8 , John addresses the Pharisees and Sadducees with strong words: "But when he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees coming to his place of baptism, he said to them, 'You brood of vipers, who warned you to flee from the coming wrath? Produce fruit, then, in keeping with repentance.'"

Similarly, the Apostle Paul is known for his passionate speeches, particularly when defending the faith or addressing false teachings. In Acts 17:22-23 , Paul stands in the Areopagus and delivers a compelling message to the people of Athens: "Men of Athens, I see that in every way you are very religious. For as I walked around and examined your objects of worship, I even found an altar with this inscription: To an unknown god. Therefore what you worship as something unknown, I now proclaim to you."

Purpose and Impact

The purpose of a harangue in the biblical context is often to provoke a response, whether it be repentance, faith, or a deeper understanding of God's will. These speeches are not merely rhetorical exercises but are intended to bring about transformation in the hearts and minds of the listeners. The intensity and passion of a harangue serve to underscore the urgency and importance of the message being delivered.

Throughout Scripture, harangues are used by God's messengers to confront sin, challenge complacency, and call people to a higher standard of living in accordance with God's commandments. Whether through the voices of prophets, preachers, or apostles, these fervent speeches continue to resonate with believers, reminding them of the power and authority of God's Word.1. (n.) A tirade addressed to a large public assembly; a noisy or pompous speech; declamation; ranting.

2. (v. i.) To make an harangue; to declaim.

3. (v. t.) To address by an harangue.

1215. demegoreo -- to deliver a public address
... Word Origin from demegoros (popular orator); from demos and agoreuo (to speak in
the assembly, harangue) Definition to deliver a public address NASB Word Usage ...
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3931. paregoria -- exhortation, comfort
... comfort. From a compound of para and a derivative of agora (meaning to harangue
an assembly); an address alongside, ie (specially), consolation -- comfort. ...
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4316. prosagoreuo -- to address, hence to call by name
... call, designate. From pros and a derivative of agora (mean to harangue); to address,
ie Salute by name -- call. see GREEK pros. see GREEK agora. ...
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4377. prosphoneo -- to call to
... Phonetic Spelling: (pros-fo-neh'-o) Short Definition: I call to, summon Definition:
I call to, summon; I call (out) to, address, give a speech to, harangue. ...
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3004. lego -- to say
... individual expression or speech respectively; while rheo is properly to break silence
merely, and laleo means an extended or random harangue)); by implication ...
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238. allegoreo -- to speak allegorically
... to allegorize. From allos and agoreo (to harangue (compare agora)); to allegorize --
be an allegory (the Greek word itself). see GREEK allos. see GREEK agora. ...
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Acts xxi. 39, 40
... "Standing on the stairs." Then there was the additional facility afforded by the
locality, that he should have a high place to harangue them from"in chains ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily xlvii acts xxi 39.htm

Conclusion --Repent Ye, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at Hand.
... The governor arrives on the scene of action and delivers an harangue to the people,
reproaching them for their insubordination, and either stations troops in ...
/.../the kingdom of god is within you/chapter xii conclusionrepent ye for.htm

Slavery
... His slave, whose business it was to keep them alight, was kindly treated; the old
man soon grew very fond of him and would harangue him by the hour on the ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/forbes/life of st vincent de paul/chapter 2 slavery.htm

Answer to Mr. W's Second Objection.
... afterwards. If I may speak my mind freely: This, and all that follows under
this observation, is mere idle and impertinent harangue. ...
/.../section ii answer to mr.htm

Gregory Laments his Departure under a Threefold Comparison ...
... spectacle of making the teacher the hearer! For what concern had I with
such a harangue as this? and what obligation was there upon ...
/.../argument xvi gregory laments his departure.htm

Of St. Paul, and the Person whom He Urges the Corinthians to ...
... And do you, good shepherd and blessed father that you are, to bring about the (desired)
end of the man, grace your harangue with all the allurements of mercy ...
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The British Collapse, 1760-1801.
... In those days Fulneck Chapel was not large enough to hold the crowds that came,
and La Trobe had actually to stand upon the roof to harangue the vast waiting ...
/.../hutton/history of the moravian church/chapter iv the british collapse.htm

The Lady Miriam
... hat. Meneptah bade her speak. Hast thou ever heard an Israelitish harangue?"
he broke off suddenly. Kenkenes shook his head. "Ah ...
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Chap. xxviii. After the Flight of Galerius, Maximian, Having ...
... He called an assembly of the people of Rome, and of the soldiers, as if he had been
to make an harangue on the calamitous situation of public affairs. ...
/.../of the manner in which the persecutors died/chap xxviii after the flight.htm

But after These Events they Returned to their Master...
... him should fall to their own lot. But he counselled them to fear nothing,
and rose to harangue them. And then, while he lay in prison ...
/.../54 but after these events.htm

Harangue (1 Occurrence)
... 2. (vi) To make an harangue; to declaim. 3. (vt) To address by an harangue.
Multi-Version Concordance Harangue (1 Occurrence). ...
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Speech (107 Occurrences)
... 4. (n.) Talk; mention; common saying. 5. (n.) formal discourse in public; oration;
harangue. ... 7. (vi & t.) To make a speech; to harangue. Int. ...
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Orator (3 Occurrences)
... The verb demegoreo, "to speak in an assembly" (from demos, "people," agoreuo, "to
harangue"), is often found in classical Greek, generally in a bad sense ...
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Ortion
... The verb demegoreo, "to speak in an assembly" (from demos, "people," agoreuo, "to
harangue"), is often found in classical Greek, generally in a bad sense ...
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Oration (1 Occurrence)
... to some special occasion, as a funeral, an anniversary, a celebration, or the like; --
distinguished from an argument in court, a popular harangue, a sermon, a ...
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Flaming (40 Occurrences)
... 4. (a.) Ardent; passionate; burning with zeal; irrepressibly earnest; as, a
flaming proclamation or harangue. Multi-Version Concordance ...
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Furiously (9 Occurrences)
... Acts 19:28 After listening to this harangue, they became furiously angry
and kept calling out, "Great is the Ephesian Diana!" (WEY). ...
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Preach (72 Occurrences)
... of a preacher. 3. (vt) To proclaim by public discourse; to utter in a sermon
or a formal religious harangue. 4. (vt) To inculcate ...
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Speak (855 Occurrences)
... 2. (vi) To express opinions; to say; to talk; to converse. 3. (vi) To utter a speech,
discourse, or harangue; to address a public assembly formally. ...
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Listening (47 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). Acts 19:28 After listening to this harangue, they became furiously angry
and kept calling out, "Great is the Ephesian Diana!" (WEY). ...
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