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Dictionary of Bible Themes – 5936 riots
5936 riots
5936 riots
The hostile reactions of crowds who take the law into their own hands, frequently in opposition to a messenger of God.
Riotous responses to unpopular actions or teaching
Ge 19:4-11 the hostility of the men of Sodom against Lot; Jdg 6:30-31 The men of Ophrah call for the death of Gideon; Jer 26:8-11 The people react to Jeremiah’s message; Lk 4:28-30 The people of Nazareth expel Jesus Christ; Ac 19:23-34 the anger of the Ephesians over Paul; 2Co 6:5
Riots stirred up intentionally
Mt 27:20-24 pp Mk 15:6-15; Ac 6:8-14; Ac 17:5-9; Ac 21:27-35
Riotous behaviour avoided or quelled
Mt 26:3-5 pp Mk 14:1-2; Ac 19:35-41; Ac 24:5-12
See also
| 5108 | Paul, life of |
| 5279 | crowds |
| 5461 | prisoners |
| 5817 | conspiracies |
| 5931 | resistance |
| 5975 | violence |
| 6221 | rebellion |
| 8785 | opposition |
Dictionary of Bible Themes Scripture index copyright Martin H. Manser, 2009. As Editor, Martin Manser wishes to thank all those who compiled or edited the NIV Thematic Study Bible, on which this work is based.
