Definition and Context
Insurrection refers to an act or instance of revolting against civil authority or an established government. In biblical terms, it often involves rebellion against God’s ordained leaders or divine order. The Bible addresses insurrection both in historical narratives and in teachings that emphasize submission to authority.

Old Testament Instances
The Old Testament provides several examples of insurrection, often highlighting the consequences of rebelling against God’s chosen leaders. One notable instance is the rebellion of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram against Moses and Aaron. In Numbers 16:1-3 , these men, along with 250 community leaders, rose up against Moses, questioning his leadership and authority. This act of insurrection was met with severe divine judgment, as the earth opened up and swallowed the rebels (Numbers 16:31-33).

Another example is the insurrection led by Absalom against his father, King David. Absalom’s rebellion is detailed in 2 Samuel 15-18, where he conspired to overthrow David and declared himself king. This insurrection led to a civil war within Israel, ultimately resulting in Absalom’s death and David’s restoration to the throne.

New Testament Teachings
The New Testament addresses the concept of insurrection primarily through teachings on submission to authority. Romans 13:1-2 instructs believers to submit to governing authorities, stating, "Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God. Consequently, whoever resists authority is opposing what God has set in place, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves."

The New Testament also records instances where Jesus and His followers were accused of insurrection. In Luke 23:2 , the Jewish leaders accused Jesus before Pilate, saying, "We found this man subverting our nation, forbidding payment of taxes to Caesar, and proclaiming Himself to be Christ, a king." Despite these accusations, Jesus clarified that His kingdom was not of this world (John 18:36), indicating that His mission was spiritual rather than political.

Theological Implications
From a theological perspective, insurrection is often seen as a challenge to God’s sovereignty and order. The Bible emphasizes that God establishes authorities and expects His people to respect and submit to them, as long as such submission does not conflict with God’s commands. Acts 5:29 provides guidance for situations where human authority conflicts with divine authority: "But Peter and the other apostles replied, 'We must obey God rather than men.'"

Conclusion
While the Bible acknowledges the reality of insurrection, it consistently calls for respect for God-ordained authority and warns of the consequences of rebellion. Believers are encouraged to live peaceably, uphold justice, and seek God’s guidance in navigating conflicts with earthly authorities.1. (n.) A rising against civil or political authority, or the established government; open and active opposition to the execution of law in a city or state.

2. (n.) A rising in mass to oppose an enemy.

INSURRECTION

in-su-rek'-shun: The word in Psalm 64:2 the King James Version is changed in the Revised Version (British and American) into "tumult"; in Ezra 4:19 (verb) it represents the Aramaic nesa', to "lift up oneself." In the New Testament stasis, is rendered "insurrection" in Mark 15:7 the King James Version (where compare the verb "made insurrection"), but in Luke 23:19, 25 "sedition." the Revised Version (British and American) correctly renders "insurrection" throughout; also in Acts 24:5 "insurrections" for the King James Version "sedition."

4714b. stasis -- a standing, by impl. an insurrection, fig. strife
... a standing, by impl. an insurrection, fig. ... an insurrection, fig. strife NASB Word
Usage dissension (4), insurrection (3), riot (1), standing (1). ...
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4714. stasis -- a rebel, revolutionist
... Feminine Transliteration: stasis Phonetic Spelling: (stas'-is) Short Definition:
standing, place, dissension Definition: an insurrection, dissension; originally ...
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2721. katephistemi -- to bless fervently
... make insurrection against. From kata and ephistemi; to stand over against, ie Rush
upon (assault) -- make insurrection against. see GREEK kata. ...
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4955. sustasiastes -- rebel
... rebel From a compound of sun and a derivative of stasis; a fellow-insurgent --
make insurrection with. see GREEK sun. see GREEK stasis. ...
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7285. regesh -- a throng
... company, insurrection Or (feminine) rigshah {rig-shaw'}; from ragash; a tumultuous
crowd -- company, insurrection. see HEBREW ragash. 7284, 7285. ...
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5376. nesa -- to lift, take, carry
... carry away, make insurrection, take. (Aramaic) corresponding to nasa' -- carry away,
make insurrection, take. see HEBREW nasa'. 5375, 5376. nesa. 5377 . ...
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Concerning the Insurrection of Absalom against David and ...
... CHAPTER 9. Concerning The Insurrection Of Absalom Against David And Concerning
Ahithophel And Hushai; And Concerning Ziba And Shimei; And How Ahithophel Hanged ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 9 concerning the insurrection.htm

The "Little Knife" Insurrection
... VI. THE "LITTLE KNIFE" INSURRECTION. ... An insurrection was organized in the neighborhood
of Amoy early in 1853. Mr. Talmage writes fully concerning it. ...
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A Sermon Made by M. Hugh Latimer, at the Time of the Insurrection ...
... A SERMON MADE BY M. HUGH LATIMER, AT THE TIME OF THE INSURRECTION IN THE NORTH,
WHICH WAS IN THE TWENTY-SEVENTH YEAR OF THE REIGN OF KING HENRY THE EIGHTH, ANN ...
/.../latimer/sermons on the card and other discourses/a sermon made by m.htm

Christ and Pilate: the True King and his Counterfeit
... he released unto them one prisoner, whomsoever they desired.7. And there was one
named Barabbas, which lay bound with them that had made insurrection with him ...
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Subject Index
... Convocation, [2435]Convocation. Cornwall, [2436]Insurrection in. ... Decalogue,
[2455]Introduction of, into the Communion Office. Devonshire, [2456]Insurrection ...
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The Trial Before Pilate Resumed.
... And they had then a notable prisoner, called Barabbas, lying bound with them that
had made insurrection, men who in the insurrection had committed murder. ...
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Third Stage of the Roman Trial. Pilate Reluctantly Sentences Him ...
... prisoners.] ^a 16 And they had then ^b 7 And there was ^aa notable prisoner, ^b
one called Barabbas, lying bound with them that had made insurrection, men who ...
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Crucified, Dead and Buried
... And there was one named Barabbas, which lay bound with them that had made
insurrection with him, who had committed murder in the insurrection. ...
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G. Jesus Before Pilate. Ch. 23:1-25
... and release him.18 But they cried out all together, saying, Away with this man,
and release unto us Barabbas"19 one who for a certain insurrection made in ...
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The Last King of Judah
... Lest an insurrection be incited and great suffering ensue, the Lord commanded Jeremiah
to meet the crisis without delay, by warning the king of Judah of the ...
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Insurrection (8 Occurrences)
... a city or state. 2. (n.) A rising in mass to oppose an enemy. Int. Standard
Bible Encyclopedia. INSURRECTION. in-su-rek'-shun: The ...
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Barabbas (10 Occurrences)
... Mark says that he was "bound with them that had made insurrection, men who in the
insurrection had committed murder" (Matthew 15:7). Luke states that he was ...
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Uprising (4 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) Act of rising; also, a steep place; an ascent.
2. (n.) An insurrection; a popular revolt. Multi-Version Concordance ...
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Insurrectionists (1 Occurrence)
... Mark 15:7 and there was 'one' named Barabbas, bound with those making insurrection
with him, who had in the insurrection committed murder. (See NAS NIV). ...
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Ashurbanipal (1 Occurrence)
... that city. Esarhaddon died on his way to Egypt, which he had previously
conquered, an insurrection having taken place. Tirhakah, whom ...
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Murder (41 Occurrences)
... Mark 15:7 There was one called Barabbas, bound with those who had made
insurrection, men who in the insurrection had committed murder. ...
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Imprisoned (19 Occurrences)
... Mark 15:7 There was one called Barabbas, bound with those who had made insurrection,
men who in the insurrection had committed murder. (See NAS). ...
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Insurgents (1 Occurrence)
... Mark 15:7 and at this time a man named Barabbas was in prison among the
insurgents--persons who in the insurrection had committed murder. (WEY). ...
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Rebels (20 Occurrences)
... Rebels (20 Occurrences). Mark 15:7 There was one called Barabbas, bound with those
who had made insurrection, men who in the insurrection had committed murder. ...
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Menelaus
... deputy high priest. The king was called from his capital to suppress an
insurrection of Tarsus and Mallus. Menelaus took advantage ...
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