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The term "reacheth" is an archaic form of the verb "reach," which appears in various contexts throughout the Bible. It is used to describe the act of extending, attaining, or arriving at a particular point or state. In the Berean Standard Bible , the term is often translated into more contemporary language, but its occurrences in older translations like the King James Version provide insight into its biblical usage.
Biblical Usage:1.
Physical Extension: · In the context of physical extension, "reacheth" is used to describe the act of stretching out one's hand or arm. This can be seen in narratives where individuals extend their hands to touch, grasp, or interact with something or someone. For example, in
Exodus 7:19, God instructs Moses, "Tell Aaron, 'Take your staff and stretch out your hand over the waters of Egypt...'" . Here, the act of reaching is integral to the performance of a divine sign.
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Attainment or Arrival: · The term is also used metaphorically to describe the attainment of a goal or the arrival at a particular state. In
Proverbs 31:19, the virtuous woman "reacheth forth her hands to the spindle," symbolizing diligence and industriousness. This usage highlights the proactive and purposeful nature of reaching toward a desired outcome.
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Divine Reach: · The concept of God's reach is a significant theme in Scripture, illustrating His omnipresence and omnipotence. In
Psalm 139:10, the psalmist declares, "Even there Your hand will guide me; Your right hand will hold me fast" . This verse emphasizes the comforting and protective reach of God, assuring believers of His constant presence and support.
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Moral and Spiritual Implications: · The act of reaching can also have moral and spiritual implications, as seen in the exhortations to reach for righteousness and wisdom.
Philippians 3:13-14 encourages believers to "forget what lies behind and reach forward to what lies ahead, pressing on toward the goal for the prize of the heavenly calling of God in Christ Jesus" . This passage underscores the importance of striving toward spiritual maturity and the ultimate reward of eternal life.
Theological Significance:The concept of "reacheth" in the Bible often conveys a sense of intentionality and purpose. Whether in the context of God's reach toward humanity or humanity's reach toward God and His commandments, the term signifies an active engagement in the divine-human relationship. It reflects the dynamic nature of faith, where believers are called to actively pursue God's will and extend His love and grace to others.
In summary, "reacheth" serves as a powerful reminder of the interconnectedness of physical actions and spiritual aspirations within the biblical narrative. It calls believers to be mindful of their reach—both in their relationship with God and in their interactions with the world around them.
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Psalm XXXVI.
... 6. "Thy mercy, O Lord, is in the heavens, and Thy truthreacheth even unto the clouds"
(ver.5). I know not what Mercy of Him he meaneth, which is in the heavens...
The Good Man's Life and Death
... See life! and death is close behind it. Deathreacheth far throughout this world,
and hath stamped all terrestrial things with the broad arrow of the grave....
The Voice from Heaven.
... We would have healed Babylon, but she is not healed: forsake her, and let us go
every one into his own country: for her judgmentreacheth unto heaven, and is...
Of the Power and Authoritie Given to Synods.
... 3. Whether the power they have receivedreacheth to the injoyning of things,
both in their nature, and in their use indifferent?...
Sky, Earth, and Sea: a Parable of God
... VOLUME I: PSALMS I to XLIX SKY, EARTH, AND SEA: A PARABLE OF GOD. 'Thy mercy, O
Lord, is in the heavens; and Thy faithfulnessreacheth unto the clouds.6. Thy...
Psalm VIII.
... whole together with these beasts, not by any present inward illumination, but by
the multiplication of the mercy of God, whereby His goodnessreacheth even to...
Of the Name of God
... All our knowledgereacheth no further than admiration.... The greatest attainment of
knowledgereacheth but to such a question as this, Who is like to thee?...
The Pharisee and the Publican
... But now, forasmuch as this parablereacheth not (so directly) the poor Publican
in the text, therefore our Lord begins again, and adds to that other parable...
On Mutual Subjection {1} --(First Printed in 1744)
... up, so among mankind our particular stations are appointed to each of us by God
Almighty, wherein we are obliged to act as far as our powerreacheth toward the...
Of the Son of God, and his Peculiar Designation as the Word.
... as it is by Him that He has wrought all things, and in order disposed them; of whom
these words are for this reason spoken: "She (Wisdom)reacheth from one end...
Thesaurus
Reacheth (23 Occurrences)...Reacheth (23 Occurrences).
... Leviticus 14:30 And he hath made the one of the
turtle-doves, or of the young pigeons (from that which his hand
reacheth to, (YLT).
...Sunrising (15 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:27 And turneth toward the sunrising to Bethdagon, andreacheth to Zebulun,
and to the valley of Jiphthahel toward the north side of Bethemek, and...
Reaches (26 Occurrences)
... (WEB NAS RSV NIV). Proverbs 31:20 She stretcheth out her hand to the poor;
yea, shereacheth forth her hands to the needy. (See RSV)....
Aznothtabor (1 Occurrence)
... Joshua 19:34 And then the coast turneth westward to Aznothtabor, and goeth out from
thence to Hukkok, andreacheth to Zebulun on the south side, andreacheth...
Turneth (249 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:27 And turneth toward the sunrising to Bethdagon, andreacheth to Zebulun,
and to the valley of Jiphthahel toward the north side of Bethemek, and...
Coast (70 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:22 And the coastreacheth to Tabor, and Shahazimah, and Bethshemesh; and
the outgoings of their border were at Jordan: sixteen cities with their...
Reaching (22 Occurrences)
Clouds (99 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Psalms 36:5 Thy mercy, O LORD, is
in the heavens; and thy faithfulnessreacheth unto the clouds....
Nobah (2 Occurrences)
... Some would read, following the Syriac in Numbers 21:30, "Nobah which is on the desert,"
instead of "Nophah whichreacheth unto Medeba." No site with a name...
Outgoings (21 Occurrences)
... Joshua 19:22 And the coastreacheth to Tabor, and Shahazimah, and Bethshemesh; and
the outgoings of their border were at Jordan: sixteen cities with their...
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