Topical Encyclopedia
The term "meeteth" is an archaic form of the verb "meet," which appears in various contexts throughout the Bible. In the Berean Standard Bible , the word is used to describe encounters, both literal and metaphorical, between individuals, groups, or even divine beings and humans. The concept of meeting in the biblical sense often carries significant theological and moral implications, reflecting the nature of relationships and divine providence.
Biblical Usage:1.
Divine Encounters: The Bible frequently describes meetings between God and His people, often highlighting moments of revelation, instruction, or covenant. For instance, in
Exodus 3:18 , God instructs Moses to meet with the elders of Israel, signifying a divine appointment for liberation: "The elders of Israel will listen to you. Then you and the elders are to go to the king of Egypt and say to him, ‘The LORD, the God of the Hebrews, has met with us.’"
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Human Interactions: The term is also used to describe significant human interactions. In
Genesis 32:1 , Jacob's encounter with angels is described as a meeting: "Jacob also went on his way, and the angels of God met him." This meeting underscores the protective and guiding presence of God in Jacob's journey.
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Prophetic and Symbolic Meetings: Prophets often describe meetings in symbolic terms to convey messages from God. In
Amos 3:3 , the prophet uses the concept of meeting to illustrate agreement and purpose: "Do two walk together unless they have agreed to meet?" This rhetorical question emphasizes the necessity of agreement and unity in fulfilling God's purposes.
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Moral and Ethical Implications: The Bible uses the concept of meeting to convey moral lessons.
Proverbs 17:12 states, "Better to meet a bear robbed of her cubs than a fool in his folly." This proverb uses the imagery of a dangerous meeting to warn against the peril of engaging with foolishness.
Theological Significance:The concept of meeting in the Bible often signifies divine intervention and the unfolding of God's plan. Meetings between God and individuals, such as Moses at the burning bush or Paul on the road to Damascus, are pivotal moments that alter the course of history and individual lives. These encounters are not random but are orchestrated by God to fulfill His purposes.
In the New Testament, the ultimate meeting is between humanity and God through Jesus Christ. The incarnation is the divine meeting of God with man, providing the means for salvation and reconciliation. This meeting is central to Christian theology, emphasizing the accessibility of God through Christ and the invitation to a personal relationship with Him.
Practical Application:For believers, the concept of meeting serves as a reminder of the importance of divine appointments and the need to be attentive to God's presence in daily life. It encourages Christians to seek encounters with God through prayer, worship, and the study of Scripture, fostering a deeper relationship with Him. Additionally, it calls for intentional and meaningful interactions with others, reflecting the love and purpose of God in all relationships.
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The Wonderful Estate of Matrimony.
... Jacob flees from Esau's face, And hemeeteth Rachel fair; Joseph in a foreign place
Serves, and winneth Asnath there; Moses did with Jethro stay, And bore...
The Secret of his Pavilion
... Gerhard Ter Steegen Hosea 2:14. Allured into the desert, with God alone, apart,.
There spiritmeeteth spirit, there speaketh heart to heart....
That a Man must not be Too Much Cast Down when He Falleth into...
... be the last, if thou live long. Thou art brave enough, so long as no
adversitymeeteth thee. Thou givest good counsel also, and...
Appeal to the Manich??ans, Calling on them to Repent.
... For she goeth about seeking such as are worthy of her, showeth herself favorably
unto them in the ways, andmeeteth them in every thought....
He from whom I Derived These Things Delighted Always that I Should...
... it filleth. It is present with all objects, and tastes all excellencies,
andmeeteth the infiniteness of God in everything. So that...
The Heavens and the Earth Serve You
... Like light from the Sun, its first effigies is simple life, the pure resemblance
of its primitive fountain, but on the object which itmeeteth it is quickly...
Whether the Adornment of Women is Devoid of Mortal Sin?
... outward apparel, and also something special, namely that a woman's apparel may incite
men to lust, according to Prov.7:10, "Behold a womanmeeteth him in...
And He Said unto Them, Verily I Say unto You...
... spirit cometh upon him suddenly. [1717] A lunacy [1718] hath come upon [32]
him, and hemeeteth with evils. [1719] And when it cometh...
The Folly of Slander. Part 1.
... any sense of justice or honesty, any spark of charity towards his brethren, shall
hardly be able to satisfy himself in the conversations hemeeteth; but will...
Of the Power and Authoritie Given to Synods.
... And seeing also a Synod sometimemeeteth to convince, and admonish an offending
Church or Presbyterie; they have power therefore, (if they cannot heal the...
Thesaurus
Meeteth (12 Occurrences)...Meeteth (12 Occurrences). Genesis 32:17 And he commanded the foremost, saying, When
Esau my brother
meeteth thee, and asketh thee, saying, Whose art thou?
...Revenger (5 Occurrences)
... Revenger (5 Occurrences). Numbers 35:19 The revenger of blood himself shall slay
the murderer: when hemeeteth him, he shall slay him. (KJV)....
Slay (189 Occurrences)
... YLT). Numbers 35:19 The revenger of blood himself shall slay the murderer:
when hemeeteth him, he shall slay him. (KJV WBS). Numbers...
Kisseth (14 Occurrences)
... Exodus 4:27 And Jehovah saith unto Aaron, 'Go to meet Moses into the wilderness;'
and he goeth, andmeeteth him in the mount of God, and kisseth him, (YLT)....
Goest (79 Occurrences)
... (KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT). Genesis 32:17 And he commanded the foremost, saying,
When Esau my brothermeeteth thee, and asketh thee, saying, Whose art thou?...
Entangled (11 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 18:9 And Absalommeeteth before the servants of David, and Absalom is riding
on the mule, and the mule cometh in under an entangled bough of the great...
Meetest (4 Occurrences)
Commandeth (60 Occurrences)
... Genesis 32:17 And he commandeth the first, saying, 'When Esau my brothermeeteth
thee, and hath asked thee, saying, Whose 'art' thou? and whither goest thou?...
Asketh (40 Occurrences)
... Genesis 32:17 And he commanded the foremost, saying, When Esau my brothermeeteth
thee, and asketh thee, saying, Whose art thou? and whither goest thou?...
Seeketh (60 Occurrences)
... (YLT). Exodus 4:24 And it cometh to pass in the way, in a lodging place, that
Jehovahmeeteth him, and seeketh to put him to death; (YLT)....
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