Topical Encyclopedia
The term "beholdeth" is an archaic form of the verb "behold," which means to see or observe something or someone, especially of remarkable or impressive nature. In the context of the Bible, "beholdeth" is often used to draw attention to a significant event, divine revelation, or important teaching. It serves as a call to the reader or listener to pay close attention to what follows, emphasizing the importance or gravity of the message.
Biblical Usage:The use of "beholdeth" in the Bible is primarily found in older translations, such as the King James Version. However, the concept of beholding is present throughout Scripture, where it underscores the act of witnessing or perceiving divine truths and realities.
Key Themes and Contexts:1.
Divine Revelation: · "Beholdeth" is frequently used in the context of divine revelation, where God reveals His will, character, or future events to His people. It is a call to recognize and understand the significance of God's communication.
· Example: In the prophetic books, the term often introduces visions or messages from God, urging the audience to consider the weight of the divine message.
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Miraculous Events: · The term is used to highlight miraculous events or acts of God that demand attention and reflection. It serves to underscore the power and majesty of God's intervention in the world.
· Example: In the Gospels, when Jesus performs miracles, the narrative may use a form of "behold" to draw attention to the miraculous nature of His works.
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Moral and Spiritual Insight: · "Beholdeth" can also be used in the context of moral and spiritual insight, where individuals are called to perceive and understand deeper spiritual truths.
· Example: In the teachings of Jesus, He often uses parables and illustrations that require the listener to "behold" the underlying spiritual lesson.
Scriptural Examples:·
John 1:29 : "The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, 'Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!'" Here, John the Baptist uses "behold" to draw attention to Jesus' identity and mission as the Savior.
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Revelation 3:20 : "Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in and dine with him, and he with Me." This passage uses "behold" to emphasize the immediacy and personal nature of Christ's invitation to fellowship.
Theological Significance:The use of "beholdeth" in Scripture is not merely a literary device but carries theological significance. It invites believers to engage with the text actively, to see with the eyes of faith, and to respond to God's revelation with obedience and worship. The act of beholding is both a physical and spiritual exercise, calling individuals to recognize God's presence and work in the world and in their lives.
In summary, "beholdeth" serves as a powerful biblical term that calls for attention, reflection, and response to the divine truths and realities presented in Scripture. It is a reminder of the importance of perceiving and understanding God's revelation and acting upon it in faith.
Library
"The Soul thatBeholdeth the Fair Nature of Our Lord Jesus, it...
... THE SIXTEENTH REVELATION CHAPTER LXXVI "The soul thatbeholdeth the fair
nature of our Lord Jesus, it hateth no hell but sin". "The...
Psalm CXIII.
... 4. "Who is like unto the Lord our God, that hath His dwelling so high; and yet
beholdeth the humble?" (ver.5). Any one would think that He dwelleth in the...
Sunday --The Day of Resurrection.
... Simon Peter therefore also cometh, following him, and entered into the tomb: and
hebeholdeth the linen cloths lying, and the napkin, that was upon his head...
The Resurrection.
... Simon Peter therefore also cometh, following him, and entered into the tomb; and
hebeholdeth the linen cloths lying, and the napkin, that was upon His head...
"He is the Head, and we be his Members. " "Therefore Our Father...
... Lord, ready to do his will. And right thus continually his loving Lord
full tenderlybeholdeth him. But now with a double manner...
Results of Christ's Manifestation.
... And Jesus cried and said, He that believeth on Me, believeth not on Me, but on Him
that sent Me. And he thatbeholdeth Mebeholdeth Him that sent Me....
"All Thing that is Done, it is Well Done: for Our Lord God Doeth...
... For a manbeholdeth some deeds well done and some deeds evil, but our Lordbeholdeth
them not so: for as all that hath being in nature is of Godly making, so...
"God is Endless, Sovereign Truth, --Wisdom, --Love, Not-Made; and...
... Truth seeth God, and Wisdombeholdeth God, and of these two cometh the third:
that is, a holy marvellous [143] delight in God; which is Love....
First and Second Appearances of the Risen Christ. The Resurrection...
... at the tomb.] ^d 11 But Mary was standing without at the tomb weeping: so, as she
wept, she stooped and looked into the tomb; 12 and shebeholdeth two angels...
The Jews Reject Jesus.
... And Jesus cried and said, "He that believeth on me, believeth not on me, but on
him that sent me. And he thatbeholdeth mebeholdeth him that sent me....
Thesaurus
Beholdeth (25 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Beholdeth (25 Occurrences).
... (ASV). John 12:45 And
he that
beholdeth me
beholdeth him that sent me. (ASV).
...Beholdest (6 Occurrences)
Beholding (45 Occurrences)
Forgetteth (10 Occurrences)
... Forgetteth (10 Occurrences). James 1:24 For hebeholdeth himself, and goeth his
way, and straightway forgetteth what manner of man he was. (KJV ASV WBS)....
Dealeth (22 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 26:10 If favour be shewn to the wicked, he doth not learn righteousness:
in the land of uprightness he dealeth unjustly, andbeholdeth not the majesty...
Beholder (7 Occurrences)
... One, my Beholder. (YLT). Job 7:8 The eye of my beholderbeholdeth me not.
Thine eyes 'are' upon me -- and I am not. (YLT). Isaiah 28...
Beholds (9 Occurrences)
... (See NAS). Job 36:25 All men have looked thereon; manbeholdeth it afar off.
(See NAS RSV). Job 41:34 He sees everything that is high....
Attentively (35 Occurrences)
... Numbers 12:8 mouth unto mouth I speak with him, and 'by' an appearance, and not
in riddles; and the form of Jehovah hebeholdeth attentively; and wherefore...
Abideth (66 Occurrences)
... John 14:17 even' the Spirit of truth: whom the world cannot receive; for itbeholdeth
him not, neither knoweth him: ye know him; for he abideth with you, and...
Swift (35 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV WBS). Job 24:18 He is swift as the waters; their portion is
cursed in the earth: hebeholdeth not the way of the vineyards....
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