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The term "enjoyeth" is an archaic form of the word "enjoys," often found in older translations of the Bible. It signifies the act of taking pleasure or delight in something. In the context of Scripture, "enjoyeth" is used to describe the experience of joy or satisfaction derived from God's creation, blessings, and the fruits of one's labor.
Biblical Context and Usage1.
Ecclesiastes and the Pursuit of Joy: The Book of Ecclesiastes frequently addresses the theme of enjoyment in life.
Ecclesiastes 2:24 states, "Nothing is better for a man than to eat and drink and enjoy his work. I have also seen that this is from the hand of God." Here, the Preacher acknowledges that the ability to enjoy one's labor and the simple pleasures of life is a gift from God. The use of "enjoyeth" in this context underscores the divine origin of true contentment and satisfaction.
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The Blessings of God: In
Ecclesiastes 5:19 , it is written, "Furthermore, God has given riches and wealth to every man, and He has enabled him to enjoy them, to accept his lot and rejoice in his labor; this is a gift from God." This passage highlights that the enjoyment of material blessings and the fruits of one's labor is not merely a human endeavor but a divine endowment. The ability to "enjoyeth" is thus seen as part of God's benevolent provision for His people.
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Contentment and Godliness: The concept of enjoyment in the Bible is often linked with contentment and godliness.
1 Timothy 6:6-8 teaches, "Of course, godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and neither can we carry anything out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with these." While the word "enjoyeth" is not directly used here, the principle of finding joy and satisfaction in God's provision is evident. The passage encourages believers to find enjoyment in the essentials of life, recognizing them as sufficient when accompanied by godliness.
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Joy in the Lord: The Psalms frequently speak of joy and delight in the Lord.
Psalm 37:4 exhorts, "Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart." The enjoyment of God's presence and His promises is a recurring theme, emphasizing that true joy is found in a relationship with the Creator. The act of delighting or "enjoying" the Lord is portrayed as a pathway to receiving the fulfillment of one's righteous desires.
Theological ImplicationsFrom a theological perspective, the concept of "enjoyeth" in the Bible underscores the belief that God desires His creation to experience joy and satisfaction. This enjoyment is not rooted in hedonism or materialism but in a balanced appreciation of God's gifts, both spiritual and material. It reflects a worldview where joy is integrally connected to divine purpose and the acknowledgment of God's sovereignty.
The biblical use of "enjoyeth" also serves as a reminder of the transient nature of earthly pleasures. Ecclesiastes, in particular, contrasts the fleeting joys of the world with the enduring joy found in fearing God and keeping His commandments (
Ecclesiastes 12:13). Thus, while believers are encouraged to enjoy the blessings of life, they are also called to prioritize their relationship with God, recognizing Him as the ultimate source of true and lasting joy.
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Love is So Noble that itEnjoyeth Others' Enjoyments
... THE SECOND CENTURY 49 Love is so noble that itenjoyeth others' enjoyments. Love
is so noble that itenjoyeth others' enjoyments, delighteth...
"The Glad Giver"
... soul be occupied. For we are His bliss: for in us Heenjoyeth without
end; and so shall we in Him, with His grace. And all that...
"The Place that Jesus Taketh in Our Soul He Shall Never Remove...
... And therefore the blessed Trinityenjoyeth without end in the making of Man's Soul:
for He saw from without beginning what should please Him without end....
You must Want Like a God that You May be Satisfied Like God
... Who being Eternal and Immutable,enjoyeth all His wants and treasures together.
His wants never afflict Him, His treasures never disturb Him....
Hooker -- the Activity of Faith; Or, Abraham's Imitators
... The text saith, "They that walk in the steps of that faith of Abraham:" that man
that not onlyenjoyeth the privileges of the Church, but yieldeth the...
Look we Then, Beloved, what Hardships in Labors and Sorrows Men...
... in the desires of his soul." [2632] For the force of desires makes endurance of
labors and pains: and no man save for that which heenjoyeth, freely takes on...
"I Desired to Learn Assuredly as to a Certain Creature that I...
... without end. And the soul that wisely beholdeth it in grace, it is well
pleased with both, and endlesslyenjoyeth. Footnotes: [110...
"God is Endless, Sovereign Truth, --Wisdom, --Love, Not-Made; and...
... God, and it loveth God. Whereof Godenjoyeth in the creature; and the creature
in God, endlessly marvelling. In which marvelling he...
"Two Parts of Truth: the Part that is Open: Our Saviour and Our...
... in the same grace. In this willeth our Lord that we be occupied, joying
in Him; for Heenjoyeth in us. The more plenteously that...
"He Said Not: Thou Shalt not be Tempested, Thou Shalt not be...
... woe. For He loveth andenjoyeth us, and so willeth He that we love and enjoy
Him and mightily trust in Him; and all shall be well....
Thesaurus
Enjoyeth (1 Occurrence)... Multi-Version Concordance
Enjoyeth (1 Occurrence). Proverbs 15:14 The heart of the
intelligent seeketh knowledge, And the mouth of fools
enjoyeth folly. (YLT).
...Enjoying (9 Occurrences)
Enjoyed (16 Occurrences)
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