In the context of biblical literature, the term "vented" is not directly found in the scriptures. However, the concept of venting, particularly in terms of expressing emotions such as anger, frustration, or grief, is present throughout the Bible. The act of venting can be understood as the release or expression of strong emotions, often in response to challenging situations or injustices.

Biblical Instances of Venting Emotions

1. Anger and Frustration: The Bible provides numerous examples of individuals who vented their anger or frustration. One notable instance is Moses, who, in a moment of anger, struck the rock at Meribah instead of speaking to it as God had commanded (Numbers 20:10-11). This act of venting his frustration with the Israelites' constant complaints resulted in severe consequences for Moses.

2. Grief and Lamentation: The expression of grief is another form of venting found in the Bible. The Book of Psalms is replete with laments where the psalmists pour out their sorrows and distress before God. For example, Psalm 13:1-2 captures David's heartfelt cry: "How long, O LORD? Will You forget me forever? How long will You hide Your face from me? How long must I wrestle in my soul, with sorrow in my heart each day?"

3. Righteous Indignation: Jesus Himself demonstrated a form of venting when He cleansed the temple, driving out those who were buying and selling there. His actions were a response to the desecration of a holy place, as recorded in Matthew 21:12-13 : "Jesus entered the temple courts and drove out all who were buying and selling there. He overturned the tables of the money changers and the seats of those selling doves."

Guidance on Venting Emotions

The Bible offers guidance on how believers should handle their emotions, including the appropriate ways to vent them. Ephesians 4:26-27 advises, "Be angry, yet do not sin. Do not let the sun set upon your anger, and do not give the devil a foothold." This passage suggests that while feeling anger is natural, it should not lead to sinful actions or prolonged bitterness.

Additionally, the Bible encourages believers to bring their burdens and emotions to God in prayer. Philippians 4:6-7 instructs, "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

The Role of Community

The Christian community is also seen as a place where individuals can safely express and process their emotions. Galatians 6:2 exhorts believers to "Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." This highlights the importance of mutual support and understanding within the body of Christ.

In summary, while the term "vented" is not explicitly used in the Bible, the concept is present in various forms. The scriptures provide examples and guidance on how to appropriately express and manage emotions in a way that honors God and fosters healthy relationships within the community of believers.(imp. & p. p.) of Vent.

Beginning at Jerusalem. --Luke xxiv. 47.
... Amongst its rulers, doctors, and leaders, envy, malice, and blasphemy vented itself
against the power of godliness, in all places where it was espied; as also ...
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Sin Laid on Jesus
... confession without our soul entering into them may be but a "repentance that needeth
to be repented of," an insult and mockery to high Heaven vented in that ...
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xiv. Upon the Love of God.
... It may be sufficient to have mentioned this in general, without taking notice of
the particular extravagances which have been vented under the pretence or ...
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When Praying the Father, You are not to be Angry with a Brother.
... against a brother to that of murder. [8835] Not even by an evil word does
He permit it to be vented. [8836] Ever if we must be angry ...
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How Christ is to be Made Use of as Our Life, in Case of ...
... fainting. They go to pray, but their tongue cleaveth to the roof of their mouth:
they are straitened and cannot get their hearts vented. ...
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The Gods Themselves have Been Created, as the Poets Confess.
... to me while I bring forward true considerations; for it is not my design to show
the fallacy of idols, but, by disproving the calumnies vented against us, to ...
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The Life of Christ.
... "When the king had heard these things he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him."
[15:6] His rage soon vented itself in a terrible explosion. ...
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Preface of Rufinus.
... liberties he took with his author to two heads: (1) omitting what Origen himself
contradicts, and (2) what was interpolated by those who thus vented their own ...
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But what a Spectacle is that Fast-Approaching Advent of Our Lord.. ...
... even then I shall not care to attend to such ministers of sin, in my eager wish
rather to fix a gaze insatiable on those whose fury vented itself against the ...
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Raising of the Cross.
... awe"a feeling never before experienced, and for which no one could account, even
to himself; all the inmates of hell shook with terror, and vented their rage ...
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