In the context of the Bible, the term "dismissed" can refer to the act of sending away or releasing someone from a particular duty, presence, or obligation. This concept appears in various narratives and teachings throughout the Scriptures, often carrying significant theological and moral implications.

Old Testament Context

1. Hagar and Ishmael: One of the earliest instances of dismissal in the Bible is found in the account of Hagar and Ishmael. In Genesis 21:14, Abraham is instructed by God to heed Sarah's request to send Hagar and her son Ishmael away. "Early in the morning, Abraham got up, took bread and a skin of water, put them on Hagar's shoulders, and sent her away with the boy. She left and wandered in the wilderness of Beersheba." This dismissal, though painful, was part of God's broader plan for both Isaac and Ishmael.

2. The Dismissal of the Israelites: The concept of dismissal is also evident in the narrative of the Exodus. Pharaoh's eventual decision to let the Israelites go after the plagues can be seen as a form of dismissal. In Exodus 12:31, Pharaoh calls for Moses and Aaron by night and says, "Get up, leave my people, both you and the Israelites! Go, worship the LORD as you have requested."

New Testament Context

1. The Dismissal of the Crowds: In the New Testament, Jesus often dismissed crowds after teaching or performing miracles. In Matthew 14:22, after feeding the five thousand, "Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of Him to the other side, while He dismissed the crowds." This act of dismissal allowed Jesus to spend time in prayer and solitude, emphasizing the importance of balance between ministry and personal communion with God.

2. Dismissal in Parables: Jesus also uses the concept of dismissal in His parables to illustrate spiritual truths. In the Parable of the Wedding Banquet (Matthew 22:1-14), those who were initially invited but refused to come were dismissed, and others were invited in their place. This dismissal serves as a warning about the consequences of rejecting God's invitation.

3. Paul's Dismissal of Disputes: The Apostle Paul, in his letters, often addresses the need to dismiss disputes and focus on unity within the church. In Titus 3:9-10, Paul advises, "But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, arguments, and quarrels about the Law, because these are unprofitable and useless. Reject a divisive man after a first and second admonition."

Theological Implications

The act of dismissal in the Bible often carries a dual significance. On one hand, it can represent judgment or separation due to disobedience or unbelief, as seen in the dismissal of those who reject God's call. On the other hand, it can signify liberation and the beginning of a new journey, as in the case of the Israelites' exodus from Egypt or the sending away of the disciples to spread the Gospel.

Dismissal, therefore, is not merely a physical act but a spiritual one, reflecting God's sovereignty, justice, and mercy. It serves as a reminder of the importance of obedience, faith, and the readiness to follow God's leading, even when it involves leaving behind the familiar or comfortable.(imp. & p. p.) of Dismiss.630. apoluo -- to set free, release
... Word Origin from apo and luo Definition to set free, release NASB Word Usage dismissed
(1), divorce (3), divorced (2), divorces (5), freed (1), leaving (1), let ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/630.htm - 10k7971. shalach -- to send
... farewell (1), burned* (1), cast (2), cast off (1), casting (1), certainly let (1),
certainly let the go (1), delivered (1), direct (1), dismissed (2), dispatch ...
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1644. garash -- to drive out, cast out
... root Definition to drive out, cast out NASB Word Usage dismissed (1), dispossessed
(1), divorced (5), drive (16), driven (6), driven it away (1), driving (1 ...
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914. badal -- to be divided, separate
... root Definition to be divided, separate NASB Word Usage came over (1), dismissed
(1), divide (1), excluded (2), made a separation (1), made...distinction (1 ...
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The Congregation Dismissed.
... Book IV. Chapter XXXVII."The Congregation Dismissed. When he had thus
spoken, and had charged them to come to the same place in ...
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The Assembly Dismissed.
... Homily VIII. Chapter XXIII."The Assembly Dismissed. "If, therefore, ye
wish to be the vesture of the Divine Spirit, hasten first ...
/.../unknown/the clementine homilies/chapter xxiii the assembly dismissed.htm

But when I had Dismissed My Fellow Legates...
... Section 14. But when I had dismissed my fellow legates? 14. But when
I had dismissed my fellow legates, and sent them back to ...
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How He Dismissed Some, and Wrote Letters to Others; Also his ...
... Book III. Chapter XXII."How he dismissed Some, and wrote Letters to Others;
also his Presents. Full of joy therefore at this success ...
/.../pamphilius/the life of constantine/chapter xxii how he dismissed some.htm

That those who Refuse to Sacrifice are to be Dismissed from ...
... Book I. Chapter LIV."That those who refuse to sacrifice are to be dismissed
from Military Service, and those in Prison not to be fed. ...
/.../pamphilius/the life of constantine/chapter liv that those who refuse.htm

Taking it for Granted.
... "Ah! Have you dismissed him from your service?". ... "I didn't think of them, or I might
not have dismissed him; but it is done now, and there the matter rests.". ...
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We who are Without Fear Ourselves are not Seeking to Frighten You. ...
... the remedy at Thysdris, pointing out how the Christians should answer that they
might secure an acquittal; as Vespronius Candidus, who dismissed from his bar a ...
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From Examples Tertullian Passes to Direct Dogmatic Teachings He ...
... another, but (one) which imposed the law of "the beginning," and moved the will
of God to prohibit divorce: the fact that (he) who shall have dismissed his wife ...
/.../tertullian/on monogamy/chapter ix from examples tertullian passes.htm

Kings
... 15. are dismissed in a verse or two, but even long and very important reigns,
such as that of Jeroboam II.((2 Kings 14:23-29). Omri ...
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The Displeasure of Jesus.
... Literally, as it seems to me, it reads, and ought to be read, 'And being angry'
or 'displeased' or 'vexed' 'with him, he immediately dismissed him.' There is ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/macdonald/unspoken sermons/the displeasure of jesus.htm

Dismissed (22 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Dismissed (22 Occurrences). ... (DBY RSV NIV). Matthew 14:23
And having dismissed the crowds, he went up into the mountain apart to pray. ...
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Crowds (62 Occurrences)
... Matthew 13:36 Then, having dismissed the crowds, he went into the house; and his
disciples came to him, saying, Expound to us the parable of the darnel of the ...
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Manasseh (140 Occurrences)
... The allotment of the land having been completed, Joshua dismissed the two and a
half tribes, commending them for their heroic service (Joshua 22:1-34). ...
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Dismiss (15 Occurrences)

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Saul (371 Occurrences)
... now returned to his home in Gibeah, attended by a kind of bodyguard, "a band of
men whose hearts God had touched." On reaching his home he dismissed them, and ...
/s/saul.htm - 76k

Utter (111 Occurrences)
... Acts 23:22 The chiliarch then dismissed the youth, commanding him, Utter to
no one that thou hast represented these things to me. (DBY). ...
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Judas (42 Occurrences)
... They seem to have gone no farther than Antioch, for "they were dismissed in peace
from the brethren unto those that had sent them forth," and it was Paul and ...
/j/judas.htm - 45k

Listened (120 Occurrences)
... 5:40 And they listened to his advice; and having called the apostles, they beat
them, and enjoined them not to speak in the name of Jesus, and dismissed them. ...
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Letter (112 Occurrences)
... letter. (WEB WEY BBE NAS RSV NIV). Acts 19:41 When he had thus spoken, he
dismissed the assembly. Paul's Letter to the Romans (WEB). ...
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Gehazi (14 Occurrences)
... garments. When they came to the hill in the neighborhood of the prophet's
house, Gehazi dismissed the men and concealed the treasure. ...
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