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In the context of the Bible, the term "quiets" is not directly used as a noun but can be understood in relation to themes of peace, stillness, and rest that are prevalent throughout the Scriptures. The concept of quietness is often associated with the presence of God, the practice of faith, and the spiritual state of believers.

Biblical References and Themes

1. Quietness as Peace and Rest:
The Bible frequently associates quietness with peace and rest, both physical and spiritual. In Isaiah 32:17, the prophet speaks of the effect of righteousness: "The work of righteousness will be peace; the service of righteousness will be quiet confidence forever." Here, quietness is linked to the peace that comes from living a righteous life, suggesting a state of inner tranquility and assurance.

2. Quietness in Worship and Devotion:
Quietness is also a significant aspect of worship and devotion. Psalm 46:10 encourages believers to "Be still, and know that I am God." This verse highlights the importance of quietness in recognizing and experiencing the presence of God. In moments of stillness, believers are invited to reflect on God's sovereignty and power.

3. Quietness in the Life of Believers:
The New Testament further emphasizes the value of a quiet life. In 1 Thessalonians 4:11, Paul advises the Thessalonians to "aspire to live quietly, to attend to your own matters, and to work with your own hands, as we instructed you." This instruction underscores the virtue of leading a peaceful and industrious life, avoiding unnecessary conflict and focusing on personal responsibilities.

4. Quietness as a Fruit of the Spirit:
Quietness can also be seen as a fruit of the Spirit, reflecting the inner peace that comes from a relationship with Christ. Galatians 5:22-23 lists the fruits of the Spirit, including peace, which is closely related to quietness. A life led by the Spirit is marked by a calm and gentle demeanor, contrasting with the chaos and strife of the world.

5. Quietness in the Face of Adversity:
The Bible also speaks to the power of quietness in times of trouble. In Exodus 14:14, Moses tells the Israelites, "The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still." This assurance of God's deliverance encourages believers to remain calm and trust in God's intervention, even when faced with overwhelming challenges.

Practical Implications

For believers, cultivating quietness involves both an external and internal practice. Externally, it may mean creating spaces and times for silence and reflection, away from the noise and distractions of daily life. Internally, it involves nurturing a spirit of peace and trust in God, allowing His presence to calm fears and anxieties.

Quietness is not merely the absence of sound but a profound state of being that reflects a deep trust in God's providence and a commitment to living a life that honors Him. Through quietness, believers can experience the peace that surpasses all understanding, as promised in Philippians 4:7.
Strong's Hebrew
8367. shathaq -- to be quiet
... Word Origin a prim. root Definition to be quiet NASB Word Usage become calm
(2), quiet (1), quiets down (1). be calm, cease, be quiet. ...
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The Song of a City, and the Pearl of Peace
... We are no longer hunted by hosts of fears, and trodden down by dark despairs; but
"We have a strong city" which overawes the foe, and quiets ourselves. ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 31 1885/the song of a city.htm

In God's Name I Beseech You Let Prayer Nourish Your Soul as Your ...
... Such a brief, loving recollection of God renews a man's whole being, quiets his
passions, supplies light and counsel in difficulty, gradually subdues the temper ...
//christianbookshelf.org/bounds/purpose in prayer/chapter viii in gods name.htm

Alone.
... The earth is beginning to feel the fertilizing that by and by is to bring it a new
life. By and by the mood quiets, the calm returns and deepens. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/gordon/quiet talks about jesus/alone.htm

'Quietness and Confidence'
... are bound to strive to achieve. 1. See how confidence in God stills and
quiets the soul. The very exercise of communion with Him ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture h/quietness and confidence.htm

How the Ruler, While Living Well, Ought to Teach and Admonish ...
... often hurt others; seeing that also for the most part herbs which nourish some animals
are fatal to others; and the gentle hissing that quiets horses incites ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/leo/writings of leo the great/part iii how the ruler.htm

August 6. "As Many as are Led by the Spirit of God they are the ...
... new claims of faith, and hope, and love, but there are times when He arrests us
in our activity, and rests us under His overshadowing wing, and quiets us in ...
/.../simpson/days of heaven upon earth /august 6 as many as.htm

The Ark of the House of Obed-Edom
... beats the one down, makes him squalid, querulous, faithless, irreligious, drives
him to drink, crushes him; and the other man it steadies and quiets and hardens ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture f/the ark of the house.htm

Chapter ii
... How He quiets, like a weaned child, all the self-will, until in will, in
brain, and in heart, and by mouth, we pray only as He prays. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/bounds/the possibilities of prayer/chapter ii.htm

Why they Leave Us
... we are bewildered no longer. His word, as it comes before us in the text,
calms and quiets our spirits. It dries our tears, and ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 32 1886/why they leave us.htm

The Soul.
... How often in the days of one's youth the soul struggles hard for freedom and pleads
for rest; the "flesh" quiets its fears by promising to yield to its desires ...
//christianbookshelf.org/orr/the gospel day /chapter x the soul.htm

Thesaurus
Quiets (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Quiets (2 Occurrences). Proverbs 15:18 An angry man makes
men come to blows, but he who is slow to get angry puts an end to fighting. ...
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Quietness (15 Occurrences)

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Quiets (2 Occurrences)

Proverbs 15:18
An angry man makes men come to blows, but he who is slow to get angry puts an end to fighting.
(See RSV)

Proverbs 26:20
Without wood, the fire goes out; and where there is no secret talk, argument is ended.
(See NAS)

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