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The term "delightest" is an archaic form of the verb "delight," which means to take great pleasure or joy in something. In the context of the Bible, it often refers to the joy and pleasure that God or His followers find in righteousness, obedience, and the fulfillment of His will. The concept of delight is significant in understanding the relationship between God and His people, as well as the attitude believers are encouraged to have towards God's commandments and His creation.
Biblical Usage and Context1.
Delight in the Lord: The Bible frequently encourages believers to find their delight in the Lord. This is not merely an emotional response but a deep-seated joy and satisfaction in God's presence and His ways.
Psalm 37:4 states, "Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart." This verse suggests that when one's joy is rooted in God, their desires align with His will, leading to a fulfilled life.
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Delight in God's Law: The Scriptures emphasize the importance of delighting in God's law as a sign of true devotion and understanding.
Psalm 1:2 describes the blessed man whose "delight is in the law of the LORD, and on His law he meditates day and night." This delight is not burdensome but rather a source of joy and guidance, leading to spiritual prosperity and stability.
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God's Delight in His People: The Bible also speaks of God's delight in His people, particularly when they walk in righteousness and truth.
Proverbs 11:20 states, "The LORD detests those with crooked hearts, but He delights in those whose ways are blameless." This highlights the reciprocal nature of delight between God and His followers, where God takes pleasure in the integrity and faithfulness of His people.
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Delight in Creation: The act of creation itself is depicted as an expression of God's delight. In Genesis, after each act of creation, God saw that it was good, indicating His pleasure in the work of His hands. This delight is further echoed in passages like
Psalm 104, which celebrates the beauty and intricacy of God's creation, inviting believers to share in this divine joy.
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Delight in Worship and Praise: Worship is another area where delight is prominently featured. The Psalms, in particular, are replete with expressions of joy and delight in worshiping God.
Psalm 100:2 exhorts believers to "Serve the LORD with gladness; come into His presence with joyful songs." Worship is not merely a duty but a delightful expression of love and reverence for God.
Theological ImplicationsThe concept of delight in the Bible underscores the relational aspect of faith. It is not enough to merely obey God's commandments out of obligation; believers are called to find joy and satisfaction in their relationship with Him. This delight is transformative, shaping the desires and actions of the faithful to align with God's purposes. It reflects a heart that is attuned to God's will and finds its ultimate joy in His presence.
In summary, "delightest" captures a profound biblical theme that permeates the Scriptures, inviting believers to experience the fullness of joy in their walk with God, in His law, and in His creation.
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The Courts of God
... The courts where Thy gladness rejoiceth,. And where Thoudelightest to be.... The home
of the gladness of God,. The dwelling wherein Thoudelightest,....
Forgiveness
... FORGIVENESS. Psalm li.16, 17. Thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give it:
thoudelightest not in burnt offering.... Thoudelightest not in burnt-offerings.'....
And the Lord Stretched Out his Hand, and Said...
... passing by sins? And now Thou dost withhold Thine anger for a testimony against
us, because Thoudelightest in mercy. And Thou turnest...
Of the Despising of the World
... world pass as a shadow. O lover of the flesh, what findest thou in thy
flesh wherefore thou sodelightest in it? Does the form or...
All Glory, Laud and Honor
... 6. Thou didst accept their praises, Accept the pray'rs we bring, Who in all good
delightest, Thou good and gracious King. Copyright 1920 by NAM. Page 37-38....
Of Our Saviour it is Said
... Of a broken heart also it is said, Thou desirest not sacrifice else I
would give it. Thoudelightest not in burnt offering. The...
PM Bowring. Prayer of a Lowly Spirit.
... but Thoudelightest To win with love the wandering; Thou invitest, By smiles of
mercy, not by frowns or terrors, Man from his errors. 4 Father and Saviour!...
All Glory, Laud, and Honor
... Our melody we raise. Thou didst accept their praises; Accept the prayers we bring,.
Who in all gooddelightest,. Thou good and gracious King. Amen....
Of the Sacrifices which God Does not Require, but Wished to be...
... or it may be the Psalmist himself, entreating God to be merciful to his sins, says,
"If Thou desiredst sacrifice, I would give it: Thoudelightest not in whole...
Directions How to Lead a Heavenly Life Upon Earth.
... of hearts. Certainly, so much as thoudelightest and takest up thy rest
on earth, so much of thy delight in God is abated. Thine...
Thesaurus
Delightest (4 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Delightest (4 Occurrences). Job 22:26 For then on the
Mighty thou
delightest thyself, And dost lift up unto God thy face, (YLT).
...Delighteth (23 Occurrences)
Liest (13 Occurrences)
... Song of Songs 1:7 Declare to me, thou whom my soul hath loved, Where thoudelightest,
Where thou liest down at noon, For why am I as one veiled, By the ranks...
Triumphed (8 Occurrences)
... David. (See NIV). Psalms 41:11 By this I know that Thoudelightest in me, that
mine enemy doth not triumph over me. (See RSV). Lamentations...
Delight (213 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 1:11 Psalm 22:8; Psalm 51:16), for "observe," different reading (Proverbs
23:26), "no delight in" for "smell in" (Amos 5:21), "delightest in me" for...
Desirest (6 Occurrences)
... (KJV JPS ASV WBS RSV). Psalms 51:16 For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would
I give it: thoudelightest not in burnt offering. (KJV DBY WBS YLT)....
Delighted (56 Occurrences)
Wouldst (31 Occurrences)
... (WBS YLT). Psalms 51:16 For Thoudelightest not in sacrifice, else would I
give it; Thou hast no pleasure in burnt-offering. (See RSV)....
Ranks (34 Occurrences)
... Song of Songs 1:7 Declare to me, thou whom my soul hath loved, Where thoudelightest,
Where thou liest down at noon, For why am I as one veiled, By the ranks...
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