Haranguing, in a biblical context, refers to the act of delivering a forceful or passionate speech, often with the intent to persuade or admonish. This concept, while not explicitly named in Scripture, can be observed in various instances where individuals address groups with fervor and authority. The Bible provides several examples of such speeches, which serve as powerful tools for communication, exhortation, and correction.

Old Testament Examples

One of the earliest examples of haranguing can be found in the speeches of Moses. In the Book of Deuteronomy, Moses delivers a series of discourses to the Israelites as they prepare to enter the Promised Land. These speeches are filled with reminders of God's laws, warnings against disobedience, and encouragement to remain faithful. Deuteronomy 5:1 states, "Then Moses summoned all Israel and said to them: 'Hear, O Israel, the statutes and ordinances that I declare in your hearing this day. Learn them and observe them carefully.'"

The prophets also engaged in haranguing as they delivered messages from God to the people of Israel and Judah. For instance, the prophet Jeremiah often spoke passionately against the idolatry and injustice of his time, urging the people to repent and return to God. Jeremiah 7:2 records, "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.'"

New Testament Examples

In the New Testament, John the Baptist is a prominent figure known for his fiery preaching. He called the people to repentance and prepared the way for the coming of Jesus Christ. In Matthew 3:2 , John declares, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near." His bold and uncompromising message drew large crowds and set the stage for the ministry of Jesus.

Jesus Himself often engaged in haranguing, particularly when addressing the religious leaders of His day. In Matthew 23, Jesus delivers a series of "woes" to the scribes and Pharisees, condemning their hypocrisy and legalism. Matthew 23:27 states, "Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs, which look beautiful on the outside but on the inside are full of dead men’s bones and every kind of impurity."

The Apostle Paul also exemplifies haranguing in his epistles and speeches. In Acts 17, Paul addresses the people of Athens at the Areopagus, passionately presenting the truth of the Gospel and challenging their idolatry. Acts 17:22-23 records, "Then Paul stood up in the meeting of the Areopagus and said: '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

Haranguing in the Bible serves several purposes. It is a means of calling people to repentance, encouraging faithfulness, and correcting error. These speeches are often marked by a sense of urgency and authority, reflecting the seriousness of the message being delivered. The impact of such haranguing can be profound, leading to transformation, revival, or, in some cases, resistance and opposition.

In summary, while the term "haranguing" is not directly used in Scripture, the concept is evident in the passionate and authoritative speeches found throughout the Bible. These instances highlight the power of spoken words to convey divine truth and influence the hearts and minds of listeners.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Harangue.

Against what Has Been Advanced in the Preceding Pages...
... There can be no doubt, that he would preach very wretchedly, who should always
be haranguing without the corrective discipline of writing. ...
/.../ware/hints on extemporaneous preaching/chapter ii against what has.htm

On Hearing These Matters, those who were Present Gave Great Glory ...
... Now when, on a certain day, Manes had gathered a crowd of auditors around him, and
was haranguing [1863] them, and putting before the people who were present ...
/.../39 on hearing these matters.htm

There were Three Factions in this City. The First was Composed of ...
... of the Greeks; and in dependence on that skill it was, that he undertook to write
a history of these affairs, as aiming, by this way of haranguing, to disguise ...
/.../josephus/the life of flavius josephus/section 9 there were three.htm

Acts xxi. 39, 40
... in chains too! What spectacle could be equal to this, to see Paul, bound
with two chains, and haranguing the people! (To see him ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily xlvii acts xxi 39.htm

To the Rev. A. Brandram
... I entered several coffee houses: the din of tongues in all was deafening; in one
no less than six orators were haranguing at the same time on the state of the ...
/.../borrow/letters of george borrow/to the rev a brandram 17.htm

The Life of Mr. George Wishart.
... During the time Mr. Wishart was thus employed, the bishop was haranguing some of
his underlings and parasites in the church; having no sermon to give them, he ...
/.../howie/biographia scoticana scots worthies/the life of mr george.htm

2 Cor. xi. 1
... For he did not say, if he that cometh saith any thing more;' for they did say something
more, haranguing with more authority and with much beauty of language ...
/.../homilies on the epistles of paul to the corinthians/homily xxiii 2 cor xi.htm

The Life of Mr. Hugh Binning.
... Mr. Binning's method was peculiar to himself, much after the haranguing way; he
was no stranger to the rules of art, and knew well how to make his matter ...
/.../howie/biographia scoticana scots worthies/the life of mr hugh.htm

The Reconnoitering of Greece.
... They found him in the market-place in Crotona, haranguing the people, and exciting,
by his appearance and his discourse, a great and general curiosity. ...
/.../abbott/darius the great/chapter vi the reconnoitering of.htm

The Life of Mr. Hugh Binning.
... Mr. Binning's method was singular and peculiar to himself, much after the haranguing
way.(108) He was no stranger to the rules of art, and knew well how to ...
/.../binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/the life of mr hugh.htm

Haranguing (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Harangue. Multi-Version
Concordance Haranguing (1 Occurrence). Acts 12:21 So, on an ...
/h/haranguing.htm - 6k

Tribunal (11 Occurrences)
... Acts 12:21 So, on an appointed day, Herod, having arrayed himself in royal robes,
took his seat on the tribunal, and was haranguing them; (WEY YLT). ...
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Robes (124 Occurrences)
... Acts 12:21 So, on an appointed day, Herod, having arrayed himself in royal robes,
took his seat on the tribunal, and was haranguing them; (WEY BBE RSV NIV). ...
/r/robes.htm - 39k

Harangue (1 Occurrence)

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Hararite (4 Occurrences)

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Seat (256 Occurrences)
... Acts 12:21 So, on an appointed day, Herod, having arrayed himself in royal robes,
took his seat on the tribunal, and was haranguing them; (WEY BBE DBY NAS RSV). ...
/s/seat.htm - 41k

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