Topical Encyclopedia
The term "divideth" is an archaic form of the verb "divide," frequently encountered in the King James Version of the Bible and other older translations. It signifies the act of separating or apportioning something into parts. In the context of Scripture, "divideth" is used in various ways, often reflecting God's sovereign power and wisdom in creation, judgment, and the ordering of life.
Creation and Nature:In the account of creation, God "divideth" the waters, establishing order in the universe.
Genesis 1:4 states, "God saw that the light was good, and He separated the light from the darkness." This act of dividing light from darkness is foundational, illustrating God's authority over creation and His ability to bring order out of chaos.
Psalm 29:7 poetically describes the voice of the Lord as powerful and majestic, stating, "The voice of the LORD strikes with flashes of lightning." In this context, the term "divideth" is understood as God's control over the natural elements, demonstrating His might and the awe-inspiring nature of His creation.
Judgment and Justice:The concept of dividing is also significant in the context of divine judgment and justice. In the Old Testament, God often "divideth" the righteous from the wicked, illustrating His role as the ultimate judge. For instance, in
Ezekiel 34:17 , God declares, "As for you, My flock, this is what the Lord GOD says: 'Behold, I will judge between one sheep and another, between the rams and the goats.'" This division underscores God's discernment and His commitment to justice.
Inheritance and Blessing:The act of dividing is also associated with the distribution of inheritance and blessings. In the book of Joshua, the land of Canaan is divided among the tribes of Israel as their inheritance.
Joshua 18:10 records, "Joshua cast lots for them in Shiloh in the presence of the LORD, and there he distributed the land to the Israelites according to their divisions." This division of land signifies the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs and His provision for His people.
Spiritual Significance:In the New Testament, the concept of dividing takes on a spiritual dimension.
Hebrews 4:12 states, "For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any double-edged sword, piercing even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart." Here, the Word of God is described as having the power to divide, discerning the innermost thoughts and intentions of individuals, highlighting the transformative and penetrating nature of Scripture.
Conclusion:The term "divideth" in the Bible encompasses a range of meanings, from the physical separation of elements in creation to the spiritual discernment of the human heart. It reflects God's authority, justice, and provision, serving as a reminder of His active role in both the natural and spiritual realms.
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1 Cor. xiii. 8
... As thus: both "the same Spirit," saith he, is the giver; and He "giveth to profit
withal; anddivideth as he will," and it is a gift which Hedivideth, not a...
Psalm CXLIX.
... [5990] Observe how He came to divide, how He came to sever. Hedivideth the saints,
Hedivideth the ungodly, He severeth from thee that which hindereth thee....
Mr. Moody and Rev. Marcus Rainsford.
... him and overcome him, he taketh from him all his armour wherein he trusted [unbelief,
false views of God, worldliness, and love of sin], anddivideth his spoils...
The Great Assize
... You are told that before him will be gathered ALL NATIONS, and he shall divide them
the one from the other, as the shepherddivideth the sheep from the goats....
That the Self-Existent Being must be All-Powerful.
... The pillars of Heaven tremble, and are astonished at his reproof. Hedivideth the
sea with his power, and by his understanding he smiteth through the proud....
The Parable of the Net.
... And before Him shall be gathered all nations; and He shall separate them one
from another, as a shepherddivideth his sheep from the goats....
Verily I Say unto You, There Hath not Arisen among those whom...
... [1044] But if one come who is more valiant than he, he overcometh him, and taketh
his whole armour, on which [27] he relieth, anddivideth his spoil....
The Marriage of the Lamb.
... he sit upon the throne of his glory: and before him shall be gathered all nations:
and he shall separate them one from another as a shepherddivideth his sheep...
Christian Contentment.
... But a guest is for a night. God in His house Lord is still, Giftsdivideth
as He will. Know, thou art not therefore here, That thou...
Letter xxxvi (Circa AD 1131) to the Same Hildebert, who had not...
... 1. To address you in the words of the prophet, Consolation is hid from their eyes,
because deathdivideth between brethren (Hosea 13:14, Vulg.)....
Thesaurus
Divideth (20 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Divideth (20 Occurrences). Matthew 25:32 And before
him shall be gathered all nations: and he shall separate
...Cheweth (8 Occurrences)
... Nevertheless these shall ye not eat of them that chew the cud, or of them that divide
the hoof: as the camel, because he cheweth the cud, butdivideth not the...
Divides (9 Occurrences)
... (WEB RSV NIV). Genesis 49:27 Benjamin is a wolf that raveneth; in the morning he
devoureth the prey, and at even hedivideth the spoil.' (See NAS NIV)....
Divide (71 Occurrences)
... Nevertheless these shall ye not eat of them that chew the cud, or of them that divide
the hoof: as the camel, because he cheweth the cud, butdivideth not the...
Dividing (23 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV ASV WBS YLT NIV). Genesis 49:27 Benjamin is a wolf that raveneth; in the
morning he devoureth the prey, and at even hedivideth the spoil.' (See RSV)....
Detachments (7 Occurrences)
... Judges 7:16 And hedivideth the three hundred men 'into' three detachments, and
putteth trumpets into the hand of all of them, and empty pitchers, and lamps...
Smiteth (156 Occurrences)
... Genesis 14:15 And hedivideth himself against them by night, he and his servants,
and smiteth them, and pursueth them unto Hobah, which 'is' at the left of...
Lifteth (69 Occurrences)
... Genesis 33:1 And Jacob lifteth up his eyes, and looketh, and lo, Esau is coming,
and with him four hundred men; and hedivideth the children unto Leah, and...
Layeth (76 Occurrences)
... Judges 9:43 and he taketh the people, anddivideth them into three detachments,
and layeth wait in a field, and looketh, and lo, the people are coming out from...
Wherein (208 Occurrences)
... Luke 11:22 But when a stronger than he shall come upon him, and overcome him, he
taketh from him all his armour wherein he trusted, anddivideth his spoils....
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