In the biblical context, speeches hold significant importance as they often convey divine messages, moral teachings, and historical narratives. The Bible contains numerous examples of speeches delivered by prophets, kings, apostles, and even God Himself. These speeches serve as a means of communication between God and His people, offering guidance, correction, and encouragement.

Old Testament Speeches

1. Moses' Speeches: Moses is one of the most prominent figures in the Old Testament known for his speeches. In the Book of Deuteronomy, Moses delivers a series of speeches to the Israelites before they enter the Promised Land. These speeches reiterate the Law and remind the people of God's faithfulness and their covenant obligations. "Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one" (Deuteronomy 6:4) is a central declaration in these speeches.

2. Joshua's Farewell Address: As Joshua nears the end of his life, he gathers the Israelites to deliver a farewell speech, urging them to remain faithful to God. He challenges them with the famous words, "But if it is unpleasing in your sight to serve the LORD, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve" (Joshua 24:15).

3. Solomon's Dedication of the Temple: King Solomon's speech during the dedication of the Temple in Jerusalem is a profound moment in Israel's history. Solomon prays for God's presence and blessing, acknowledging God's greatness and the need for His guidance. "But will God indeed dwell on earth? Even heaven, the highest heaven, cannot contain You, much less this temple I have built" (1 Kings 8:27).

Prophetic Speeches

1. Isaiah's Prophecies: The Book of Isaiah contains numerous speeches that convey God's messages to Israel and the nations. Isaiah's speeches often include calls to repentance and promises of redemption. "Come now, let us reason together, says the LORD: Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow" (Isaiah 1:18).

2. Jeremiah's Lamentations: Jeremiah, known as the "weeping prophet," delivers speeches filled with warnings of impending judgment and calls for repentance. His speeches reflect his deep sorrow for the people's disobedience. "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope" (Jeremiah 29:11).

New Testament Speeches

1. Sermon on the Mount: Jesus' Sermon on the Mount is one of the most famous speeches in the New Testament. It outlines the principles of the Kingdom of Heaven and includes the Beatitudes. "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 5:3).

2. Peter's Pentecost Speech: On the day of Pentecost, Peter delivers a powerful speech that marks the birth of the Church. He explains the fulfillment of prophecy and calls the people to repentance. "Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins" (Acts 2:38).

3. Paul's Areopagus Address: The Apostle Paul delivers a speech at the Areopagus in Athens, addressing the philosophical and religious beliefs of the Greeks. He introduces them to the "unknown god" they worship and proclaims the resurrection of Jesus. "For in Him we live and move and have our being" (Acts 17:28).

Divine Speeches

1. God's Speeches to Job: In the Book of Job, God speaks directly to Job out of a whirlwind, challenging his understanding and revealing His sovereignty. "Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth? Tell Me, if you have understanding" (Job 38:4).

2. The Voice from Heaven: Throughout the New Testament, divine speeches from heaven affirm Jesus' identity and mission. At Jesus' baptism, a voice from heaven declares, "This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased" (Matthew 3:17).

Speeches in the Bible are not merely historical records but are imbued with theological significance, offering insights into God's character, His expectations for humanity, and His redemptive plan. They continue to inspire and instruct believers, serving as a testament to the power of the spoken word in conveying divine truth.

Certain Amorous Speeches of the Soul to Herself in Prayer:
... CERTAIN PATTERNS OF DEVOUT EXERCISES OF IMMEDIATE ACTS AND AFFECTIONS OF THE WILL.
CERTAIN AMOROUS SPEECHES OF THE SOUL TO HERSELF IN PRAYER. ...
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Model Speeches
... STUDY OF MODEL SPEECHES. MODEL SPEECHES, WITH SUGGESTIONS FOR THEIR STUDY.
There is no better way for you to improve your own public ...
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Paragraphs from Notable Speeches
... PARAGRAPHS FROM NOTABLE SPEECHES. Let me here pause once more to ask whether
the book in its genuine state, as far as we have advanced ...
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If, Then, You Really Intend to do an Act of Repentance for those ...
... If, then, you really intend to do an act of repentance for those evil speeches of
yours, if you are not merely mocking us by saying this, and if you are not in ...
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Concerning Masada and those Sicarii who Kept It; and How Silva ...
... CHAPTER 8. Concerning Masada And Those Sicarii Who Kept It; And How Silva Betook
Himself To Form The Siege Of That Citadel. Eleazar's Speeches To The Besieged. ...
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That the Christian Miracles are not Recited, or Appealed To, by ...
... recitals of miracles as might be expected, I would add, that the apostolic epistles
resemble in this respect the apostolic speeches, which speeches are given ...
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Whether the Gift of Tongues is More Excellent than the Grace of ...
... Objection 4: Further, the "interpretation of speeches" would seem to be contained
under prophecy, because the Scriptures are expounded by the same Spirit from ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether the gift of tongues.htm

Whether Gratuitous Grace is Rightly Divided by the Apostle?
... Again, the interpretation of speeches pertains either to wisdom or to knowledge,
according to Dan.1:17: "And to these children God gave knowledge and ...
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Successful Methods of Public Speaking
... Self-Confidence in Speech and Manner How to Read and Declaim How to Speak in Public
How to Develop Power and Personality in Speaking Great Speeches and How to ...
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The Proper Age and the Proper Means for Acquiring Rhetorical Skill ...
... Nevertheless, in the speeches of eloquent men, we find rules of eloquence carried
out which the speakers did not think of as aids to eloquence at the time when ...
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Speeches (12 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Speeches (12 Occurrences). Mark 3:28 Verily I
say unto you, that all sins shall be forgiven to the sons ...
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Eliphaz (14 Occurrences)
... That he is to be regarded as their leader and spokesman is shown by the greater
weight and originality of his speeches (contained in Job 4; Job 5; Job 15; Job ...
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Manifestly (6 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 13:12, "face to face," stating positively (Numbers 12:8) what the
next clause states negatively, namely, "not in dark speeches." "Apparently" of ...
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Bildad (5 Occurrences)
... 2). He took part in each of the three controversies into which Job's friends entered
with him (Job 8:1; 18:1; 25:1), and delivered three speeches, very severe ...
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Apparently (3 Occurrences)
... him His will in the clear distinctness of a spiritual communication: "With him will
I speak mouth to mouth, even manifestly, and not in dark speeches; and the ...
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Speech (107 Occurrences)
... Numbers 12:8 With him will I speak mouth to mouth, even apparently, and not in dark
speeches; and the similitude of the LORD shall he behold: wherefore then ...
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Speechless (8 Occurrences)

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Maccabees
... But in this book, prayers, speeches and official records abound as they do in Ezra,
Nehemiah (see Century Bible, "Ezra," "Nehemiah," "Esther," 12;), and many ...
/m/maccabees.htm - 52k

Job (60 Occurrences)
... This is followed by the solution of the controversy in the speeches of Elihu and
the address of Jehovah, followed by Job's humble confession (42:1-6) of his ...
/j/job.htm - 62k

Doctrine (52 Occurrences)
... The method of the earliest reconstruction may be gathered from the speeches
of Peter and Stephen (Acts 2:14-36; Acts 5:29-32; 7:2-53). ...
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