Bible Dictionary

Fear

A feeling of alarm, dread, reverence, or deep respect.

Quick Reference

Total Entries

516

Entry Position

175 of 516

Letter

F

Meaning

A feeling of alarm, dread, reverence, or deep respect.

Key Scriptures

  • Genesis 22:12
  • Exodus 20:20
  • Deuteronomy 10:12
  • Psalm 111:10
  • Proverbs 9:10
  • Isaiah 41:10
  • Matthew 10:28
  • Luke 12:4-5

Original Language

Hebrew

יִרְאָה

yirah

fear; reverence

Greek

φόβος

phobos

fear

Meaning

Fear is a feeling of alarm, dread, reverence, or deep respect.


Biblical Usage

In Scripture, fear refers to terror, anxiety, or reverence depending on the context.

The term is used of fear toward people, circumstances, and the fear of the LORD.


Key References

  • Genesis 22:12
  • Exodus 20:20
  • Deuteronomy 10:12
  • Psalm 111:10
  • Proverbs 9:10
  • Isaiah 41:10
  • Matthew 10:28
  • Luke 12:4-5

  • Wisdom
  • Reverence
  • Obedience
  • Courage
  • Trust

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Scriptures

  • Genesis 22:12
  • Exodus 20:20
  • Deuteronomy 10:12
  • Psalm 111:10
  • Proverbs 9:10
  • Isaiah 41:10
  • Matthew 10:28
  • Luke 12:4-5

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fear wisdom reverence obedience