The term "undisturbed" in a biblical context often refers to a state of peace, tranquility, and divine protection, where an individual or a community experiences freedom from turmoil, conflict, or fear. This concept is deeply rooted in the biblical narrative, reflecting God's desire for His people to live in harmony and security under His sovereign care.

Old Testament References

In the Old Testament, the idea of being undisturbed is frequently associated with the Promised Land, a place where the Israelites could dwell securely under God's covenant. Leviticus 26:6 states, "And I will give peace to the land, and you will lie down with no one to make you afraid. I will remove wild beasts from the land, and no sword will pass through your land." Here, the promise of peace and safety is contingent upon Israel's obedience to God's commandments.

The Psalms also reflect this theme, often portraying God as a refuge and fortress for those who trust in Him. Psalm 4:8 declares, "I will lie down and sleep in peace, for You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety." This verse emphasizes the personal assurance and rest that comes from relying on God's protection.

Prophetic Literature

The prophets frequently spoke of a future time when God's people would live undisturbed. Isaiah 32:18 prophesies, "Then my people will dwell in a peaceful place, in safe and secure places of rest." This vision of peace is often linked to the Messianic age, a time when God's kingdom will be fully realized on earth.

New Testament Insights

In the New Testament, the concept of being undisturbed is closely tied to the peace that Jesus Christ offers to His followers. In John 14:27 , Jesus assures His disciples, "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid." This peace is not merely the absence of conflict but a profound sense of well-being and assurance rooted in Christ's presence and promises.

The Apostle Paul also speaks of this peace in Philippians 4:7 , "And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Here, the peace of God acts as a protective guard, keeping believers undisturbed by external circumstances.

Theological Implications

Theologically, the state of being undisturbed is a reflection of God's ultimate plan for humanity. It points to the restoration of creation, where harmony and peace are fully realized in God's kingdom. This state is both a present reality for believers who trust in God's promises and a future hope that will be fully consummated at Christ's return.

Practical Application

For believers today, living undisturbed involves trusting in God's sovereignty and resting in His promises despite life's challenges. It calls for a reliance on the Holy Spirit to cultivate inner peace and a commitment to live in harmony with others, reflecting the peace of Christ in a troubled world.2263. eremos -- quiet
... 2263 (an adjective) -- properly, undisturbed (placid); (figuratively) ; free from
disturbance; tranquil; without needless commotion or disturbances (used only ...
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2272. hesuchios -- tranquil
... of the base of hedraios and perhaps echo; properly, keeping one's seat (sedentary),
ie (by implication) still (undisturbed, undisturbing) -- peaceable, quiet. ...
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1515. eirene -- one, peace, quietness, rest.
... join): lit. or fig. peace, by impl. welfare NASB Word Usage peace (91),
undisturbed* (1). one, peace, quietness, rest. Probably from ...
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1722. en -- in, on, at, by, with
... 1), means (1), outwardly* (1), over (1), there* (2), through (18), throughout (4),
together (1), under (5), under...circumstances (1), undisturbed* (1), until ...
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8252. shaqat -- to be quiet or undisturbed
... 8251, 8252. shaqat. 8253 . to be quiet or undisturbed. Transliteration: shaqat
Phonetic Spelling: (shaw-kat') Short Definition: quiet. Word Origin a prim. ...
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4422. malat -- to slip away
... 1), deliver (7), delivered (9), escape (26), escaped (25), escapes (3), gave birth
(1), get away (1), lay (1), leap forth (1), left undisturbed (1), rescue (2 ...
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7600. shaanan -- at ease, secure
... Word Origin from shaan Definition at ease, secure NASB Word Usage arrogance (2),
ease (3), those who are at ease (1), undisturbed (2), who are at ease (3). ...
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Against those who have Given Money that they Might be Entirely ...
... Canon XII. Against those who have given money that they might be entirely
undisturbed by evil? Against those who have given money ...
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From this Perfection of Our Restored Bodies Will Flow the ...
... Chapter LVIII."From This Perfection of Our Restored Bodies Will Flow the
Consciousness of Undisturbed Joy and Peace. "Everlasting ...
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Under Verus, Polycarp with Others Suffered Martyrdom at Smyrna.
... 9. But the most admirable Polycarp, when he first heard of these things, continued
undisturbed, preserved a quiet and unshaken mind, and determined to remain ...
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Jesus Asleep on a Pillow"And He was in the Hinder Part of the Ship ...
... The Lord deserves our unbounded belief, our unquestioning confidence, our undisturbed
reliance. Oh, that we rendered it to Him as the Saviour did! ...
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Dishonest Tenants
... avoid their national duties. The rulers did wish to have their sway over
minds and consciences undisturbed. They did resent Jesus ...
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How Sweetness and Tenderness in Prayer Differ from Consolations. ...
... tumult in my brain does not interfere with my prayer, nor with my speaking to you,
but the great calm and love and desires in my soul remain undisturbed and my ...
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On the Feast of the Holy Martyr, St Laurence
... love or sorrow; and he must not repeat what does not concern him; that God may manifest
Himself to him in all things, and that he may remain undisturbed in his ...
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The Life of the Blessed in Heaven.
... May they rest in peace." Here is the end of all labor, struggle, and fatigue.
Here is the beginning of a life of eternal, undisturbed repose. ...
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The Mystery of the Cross. A Good Friday Sermon.
... God should die, is shocking"and, to do them justice, I believe they speak
sincerely"to their notions of the absolute majesty, the undisturbed serenity, of ...
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Treatise on the Priesthood. Book vi.
... I do not say so as to avoid being forcibly seized by them (for this is not altogether
difficult)"but so as to keep his own soul undisturbed by polluting ...
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Undisturbed (12 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Undisturbed (12 Occurrences). Luke 11:21 "When the strong
man, fully armed, guards his own dwelling, his goods are safe. (See NAS). ...
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Lees (3 Occurrences)
... their lees" (Zephaniah 1:12) are men "hardened or crusted." The image is derived
from the crust formed at the bottom of wines long left undisturbed (Jeremiah 48 ...
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Calm (18 Occurrences)
... 4. (super.) Not stormy; without motion, as of winds or waves; still; quiet;
serene; undisturbed. 5. (super.) Undisturbed by passion ...
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Undivided (4 Occurrences)

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Press (57 Occurrences)
... Certain kinds were left undisturbed to age "on their lees" and were thought to be
all the better for so doing, but before they were used it was necessary to ...
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Wine (282 Occurrences)
... Certain kinds were left undisturbed to age "on their lees" and were thought to be
all the better for so doing, but before they were used it was necessary to ...
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Quiet (167 Occurrences)
... No special Hebrew or Greek words are represented, but in the Old Testament usually
for some form or derivative of shaqaT, "be undisturbed" (Judges 18:7 ...
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Undistractedly (1 Occurrence)

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Uttermost (48 Occurrences)
... 9:26 Joel 2:20, etc.) or to give uniformity (Exodus 26:4 Matthew 5:26; Matthew
12:42, etc.), but for the most part has left the King James Version undisturbed. ...
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Level (31 Occurrences)
... 9. (a.) Even; flat; having no part higher than another; having, or conforming to,
the curvature which belongs to the undisturbed liquid parts of the earth's ...
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