20 occurrences in 12 translations

'Afraid' in the Bible

But after he had considered these things, an angel of the Lord suddenly appeared to him in a dream, saying, “Joseph, son of David, don’t be afraid to take Mary as your wife, because what has been conceived in her is by the Holy Spirit.

Verse ConceptsAngel of the LordDocetismCommunicationDreamsGod, Revelation OfHeaven And AngelsFear, Of UnknownAngels Helping UsThe Holy Spirit Giving LifeConceptionGod AppearingTaking A WifeDirect Communication Through DreamsNativity of Jesus ChristWorry And StressResolving Conflictgabriel

But when he heard that Archelaus did reign in Judaea in the room of his father Herod, he was afraid to go thither: notwithstanding, being warned of God in a dream, he turned aside into the parts of Galilee:

Verse ConceptsTetrarchWarning IndividualsNamed Gentile RulersKings Of All Israel Or Judah

But when the multitudes saw it, they were afraid, and glorified God, who had given such authority unto men.

Verse ConceptsMultitudesCrowdsPraise, Reasons ForMarvellingReverence, And God's NatureAmazement, Of Christ's MiraclesCrowds Amazed

“Therefore, don’t be afraid of them, since there is nothing covered that won’t be uncovered and nothing hidden that won’t be made known.

Verse ConceptsDisclosuresVeilsAcquiring KnowledgeHidden ThingsDo Not Fear Mensecrets

But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me.

Verse ConceptsSinkingSave Us!

And Jesus came and touched them, and said, Arise, and be not afraid.

Verse ConceptsPersonal ContactGet Up!

But if we say, ‘From men,’ we’re afraid of the crowd, because everyone thought John was a prophet.”

Verse ConceptsCowardiceDisadvantages Of CrowdsFearing Other PeopleIndividual ProphetsMan's Teaching

Although they wanted to arrest him, they were afraid of the crowds, who considered Jesus to be a prophet.

Verse ConceptsMultitudesCrowdsHatredArresting ChristFearing Other PeopleJesus The Prophet

They sent their disciples to Him, along with the Herodians, saying, “Teacher, we know that You are sincere and that You teach the way of God truthfully, without concerning Yourself about [what] anyone [thinks or says of Your teachings]; for You are impartial and do not seek anyone’s favor [and You treat all people alike, regardless of status].

Verse ConceptsFlatteryKnowing God's WaysHonestyWay, TheJewish SectsChrist Telling The TruthChrist TeachingTeaching The Way Of GodGod's Word Is True

And I was afraid, and went and hid thy talent in the earth: lo, there thou hast that is thine.

Verse ConceptsTalentsPossessingHidden Things

And the centurion, and those with him watching Jesus, having seen the earthquake, and the things that were done, were exceedingly afraid, saying, 'Truly this was God's Son.'

Verse ConceptsearthquakesCenturionCrucifixion, Of ChristGuardsMan Keeping WatchWitnessing, Importance OfFear, Of UnknownArmies, RomanMessianic Titles, Son Of GodSaid To Be The ChristWitnessingJesus Deathcrucifixion

The guards were shaken and became like dead men because they were so afraid of him.

Verse ConceptsGuardsFear, Of UnknownGuilty FearShakingGroups Trembling

But the angel told the women, “Don’t be afraid, because I know you are looking for Jesus who was crucified.

Verse ConceptsChrist Was Killed

Then said Jesus unto them, Be not afraid: go tell my brethren that they go into Galilee, and there shall they see me.

Verse ConceptsSeeing The Risen ChristChrist's True FamilyTelling Of Jesus

Bible Theasaurus

Afraid (405 instances)
Apprehensive (1 instance)
Fearful (88 instances)

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