# cry, cry out #

## Definition: ##

The terms "cry" or cry out" often mean to say something loudly and urgently. Someone can "cry out" in pain or in distress or in anger.

* The phrase "cry out" also means to shout or call out, often with the intent to ask for help.
* This term could also be translated as "exclaim loudly" or "urgently ask for help," depending on the context.
* An expression such as, "I cry out to you"  could be translated as, "I call to you for help" or "I urgently ask you for help."

(See also: [call](../kt/call.md) **·** [plead](../other/plead.md))

## Bible References: ##

* [Job 27:8-10](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/job/27/08)
* [Mark 05:5-6](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/mrk/05/05)
* [Mark 06:48-50](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/mrk/06/48)
* [Psalm 022:1-2](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/psa/022/001)