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The Scriptures provide numerous examples and teachings concerning afflicted people, emphasizing God's compassion, justice, and the call for His followers to care for those in distress.<br><br><b>Old Testament Context</b><br><br>The Hebrew word often translated as "afflicted" is "anah," which can mean to be humbled, oppressed, or in a state of suffering. The Old Testament frequently addresses the plight of the afflicted, highlighting God's concern for them. In <a href="/exodus/3-7.htm">Exodus 3:7</a>, God speaks to Moses, saying, "I have surely seen the affliction of My people who are in Egypt, and I have heard their cry because of their taskmasters, for I know their sufferings." This passage underscores God's awareness and responsiveness to the suffering of His people.<br><br>The Psalms are replete with references to the afflicted, often portraying them as individuals who cry out to God for deliverance. <a href="/psalms/9-12.htm">Psalm 9:12</a> states, "For the Avenger of bloodshed remembers; He does not ignore the cry of the afflicted." This verse reflects the biblical theme that God is attentive to the cries of those who suffer and acts on their behalf.<br><br><b>Prophetic Literature</b><br><br>The prophets frequently addressed the issue of affliction, calling out the injustices that led to the suffering of the vulnerable. <a href="/isaiah/58-6.htm">Isaiah 58:6-7</a> emphasizes the importance of social justice, stating, "Is not this the fast that I choose: to loose the bonds of wickedness, to undo the straps of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke? Is it not to share your bread with the hungry and bring the homeless poor into your house; when you see the naked, to cover him, and not to hide yourself from your own flesh?"<br><br><b>New Testament Context</b><br><br>In the New Testament, Jesus Christ is portrayed as the ultimate comforter and healer of the afflicted. His ministry was marked by compassion for those who were suffering. In <a href="/matthew/11-28.htm">Matthew 11:28</a>, Jesus invites the weary and burdened, saying, "Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." This invitation highlights Jesus' role as a source of solace and relief for the afflicted.<br><br>The early church continued this mission, as seen in the epistles. <a href="/james/1-27.htm">James 1:27</a> defines pure religion as caring for the afflicted: "Pure and undefiled religion before our God and Father is this: to care for orphans and widows in their distress, and to keep oneself unstained by the world." This passage underscores the Christian duty to support and care for those in need.<br><br><b>Theological Implications</b><br><br>The Bible presents affliction as a reality of the human condition, often resulting from sin, injustice, or the fallen state of the world. However, it also offers hope and assurance that God is a refuge for the afflicted. <a href="/psalms/34-18.htm">Psalm 34:18</a> declares, "The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit." This assurance of God's presence and salvation is a recurring theme throughout Scripture.<br><br>Moreover, the Bible calls believers to emulate God's compassion by actively engaging in acts of mercy and justice. <a href="/proverbs/31-8.htm">Proverbs 31:8-9</a> exhorts, "Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy."<br><br><b>Conclusion</b><br><br>The biblical narrative consistently portrays God as a defender and comforter of the afflicted, urging His followers to reflect His character by caring for those in distress. Through both divine intervention and human agency, the Scriptures affirm that the afflicted are not forgotten but are recipients of God's love and justice.</div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/a/afflicted.htm">Afflicted</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/a/afflicted_saints--christ_comforts.htm">Afflicted Saints: Christ Comforts</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/a/afflicted_saints--christ_delivers.htm">Afflicted Saints: Christ Delivers</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/a/afflicted_saints--christ_is_with.htm">Afflicted Saints: Christ is With</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/a/afflicted_saints--christ_preserves.htm">Afflicted Saints: Christ Preserves</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/a/afflicted_saints--christ_supports.htm">Afflicted Saints: Christ Supports</a></p><p class="pspc"><a 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