Bible Dictionary
CRY, CRYING
To cry may mean to call aloud, shout, groan, plead for help, or express joy or grief. Scripture frequently uses crying as an appeal to God in distress, while also describing public proclamation and praise.
Biblical Usage
Scripture frequently presents crying as an appeal to God from pain or distress. It also uses the term for public proclamation, shouting, groaning, rejoicing, and the cries of individuals in urgent need.