Topical Encyclopedia The concept of being "peaceful" in the Bible is deeply rooted in the character of God and His intentions for humanity. Peace, or "shalom" in Hebrew, signifies completeness, welfare, and harmony. It is a state of being that God desires for His creation, reflecting His nature and His kingdom.Old Testament Context In the Old Testament, peace is often associated with God's covenant with His people. The Aaronic blessing in Numbers 6:24-26 encapsulates this: "The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace." Here, peace is a divine gift, a result of God's favor and presence. The Psalms frequently speak of peace as a blessing for the righteous. Psalm 29:11 states, "The LORD gives His people strength; the LORD blesses His people with peace." This peace is not merely the absence of conflict but a profound sense of security and well-being that comes from trusting in God. Prophetic Vision The prophets envisioned a future where peace would reign supreme. Isaiah 9:6 prophesies the coming of the "Prince of Peace," a messianic figure who would establish an everlasting kingdom of peace. This vision is further expanded in Isaiah 11:6-9, where the harmony of creation is restored, and peace prevails. New Testament Fulfillment In the New Testament, Jesus Christ is the fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecies concerning peace. He is identified as the "Prince of Peace" and His birth heralded peace on earth (Luke 2:14). Jesus' teachings emphasized peace, both as an internal state and as a relational dynamic. In the Beatitudes, He declares, "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God" (Matthew 5:9). Jesus offers a peace that transcends worldly understanding. In John 14:27 , He assures His disciples, "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid." This peace is rooted in the reconciliation between God and humanity through Christ's sacrificial death and resurrection. Apostolic Teachings The apostles continued to emphasize the importance of peace in the life of believers. The Apostle Paul frequently opened his letters with a greeting of "grace and peace" (e.g., Romans 1:7), underscoring the centrality of peace in the Christian experience. In Philippians 4:7 , Paul writes, "And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Paul also exhorts believers to live peacefully with others, as seen in Romans 12:18 : "If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone." This call to peace extends to the community of believers, where unity and harmony are to be pursued diligently (Ephesians 4:3). Eschatological Peace The Bible concludes with a vision of ultimate peace in the new heavens and new earth. Revelation 21:4 describes a future where "He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away." This eschatological peace is the culmination of God's redemptive plan, where His presence ensures eternal peace and joy for His people. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (a.) Amicable; quiet; tranquil; not disturbed by war, tumult, agitation, anxiety, or commotion; as, a peaceful time; a peaceful country; a peaceful end.2. (a.) Not disposed or tending to war, tumult or agitation; pacific; mild; calm; peaceable; as, peaceful words. Greek 1516. eirenikos -- peaceful ... peaceful. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: eirenikos Phonetic Spelling: (i-ray-nee-kos') Short Definition: peaceable, disposed to peace Definition ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1516.htm - 6k 1514. eireneuo -- to bring to peace, to be at peace 2272. hesuchios -- tranquil Strong's Hebrew 8004. Shalem -- "peaceful," an early name of Jer.... 8003, 8004. Shalem. 8005 . "peaceful," an early name of Jer. ... Word Origin from shalem Definition "peaceful," an early name of Jer. NASB Word Usage Salem (2). ... /hebrew/8004.htm - 6k 8535. tam -- complete 3427. yashab -- to sit, remain, dwell 7965. shalom -- completeness, soundness, welfare, peace 7599. shaan -- to be at ease or at peace, rest securely 7759. Shulammith -- heroine of the Song of Solomon 8010. Shelomoh -- David's son and successor to his throne 4339. meshar -- evenness, uprightness, equity 3389. Yerushalaim -- probably "foundation of peace," capital city ... 7961. shalev -- quiet, at ease Library A Peaceful Conscience. The Peaceful Death of the Righteous. Peaceful Death of the Righteous. The Peaceful Summons of Salvation Opposed to the Sounds of War. ... Against those who Believed the Father Only to be Immortal and ... The End of Ahab's Selfish Family That the Glorious virgin Died by an Extremely Sweet and Tranquil ... Concerning Peace, and what is Meant by the Self-Existent Being ... Introduction. The Noble Results of this Species of Prayer Thesaurus Peaceful (19 Occurrences)... 1. (a.) Amicable; quiet; tranquil; not disturbed by war, tumult, agitation, anxiety, or commotion; as, a peaceful time; a peaceful country; a peaceful end. ... /p/peaceful.htm - 12k Gedaliah (31 Occurrences) Shiloh (34 Occurrences) Peaceably (13 Occurrences) Solomon (277 Occurrences) Messiah (9 Occurrences) Syria (73 Occurrences) Fruit (318 Occurrences) Yields (21 Occurrences) Yielding (19 Occurrences) Resources What is the Caesar's Messiah Conspiracy Theory? | GotQuestions.orgWho was Artaxerxes in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org How and why should we pray for our leaders? | GotQuestions.org Peaceful: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Peaceful (19 Occurrences)Luke 11:21 1 Timothy 2:2 Hebrews 12:11 James 3:17 1 Peter 3:4 Genesis 25:27 Genesis 34:21 Judges 18:27 1 Kings 5:12 1 Chronicles 4:40 Isaiah 32:18 Isaiah 33:20 Jeremiah 25:37 Ezekiel 38:11 Daniel 11:6 Micah 2:8 Zechariah 1:11 Zechariah 6:13 Zechariah 8:16 Subtopics Related Terms |
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