Topical Encyclopedia
The term "saveth" is an archaic form of the verb "save," commonly found in older English translations of the Bible. It is used to describe the act of delivering, rescuing, or preserving someone or something from harm, danger, or sin. In the context of the Bible, "saveth" often refers to the divine intervention of God in the lives of individuals or nations, emphasizing His role as a Savior.
Biblical Usage1.
Divine Salvation: The concept of God as the one who "saveth" is central to the biblical narrative. In the Old Testament, God is frequently depicted as the deliverer of Israel, saving them from their enemies and from peril. For example, in
Psalm 34:18-19 , it is written, "The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him from them all."
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Spiritual Salvation: In the New Testament, the term "saveth" is often associated with spiritual salvation through Jesus Christ. This salvation is not merely a physical deliverance but a rescue from sin and eternal death. In
John 3:17 , it is stated, "For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through Him."
3.
Faith and Works: The relationship between faith and works in the context of salvation is a significant theme in the New Testament.
James 2:14 poses the question, "What good is it, my brothers, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him?" This highlights the belief that genuine faith, which "saveth," is evidenced by righteous actions.
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Eternal Security: The assurance of salvation is a topic of theological discussion, with many passages affirming the security of those who are saved. In
John 10:28 , Jesus declares, "I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them out of My hand."
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Role of Grace: Salvation is often described as a gift of grace, not earned by human effort but granted by God's mercy.
Ephesians 2:8-9 emphasizes this, stating, "For it is by grace you have been saved through faith, and this not from yourselves; it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast."
Theological ImplicationsThe use of "saveth" in Scripture underscores the sovereignty and mercy of God in the act of salvation. It reflects the belief that salvation is initiated and completed by God, who is both just and loving. The term also highlights the transformative power of salvation, which not only rescues individuals from sin but also calls them to a life of holiness and service.
Practical ApplicationFor believers, the concept of being "saved" carries both a present and future dimension. It assures them of God's ongoing presence and protection in their lives while also pointing to the hope of eternal life. This assurance encourages Christians to live in gratitude and obedience, reflecting the character of the One who "saveth."
Library
For the Word of God whichSaveth and Redeemeth...
... [Way-2-97] For the Word of God whichsaveth and redeemeth? For the Word
of God whichsaveth and redeemeth, which giveth life and...
The General Service to the Venerated and vivifying Cross.
... Wherefore shining brighter than the sun it enlighteneth with grace the whole creation,
and maketh clear andsaveth those that faithfully honour it....
"I was Taught that I Should See Mine Own Sin, and not Other Men's...
... And thus in this dread I have matter of meekness thatsaveth me from presumption,
and in the blessed Shewing of Love I have matter of true comfort and of joy...
Conversion.
... Why, this is the case between God and the soul that hesaveth: hesaveth him, pardoneth
him, and secureth him from the curse and death that are due unto sin...
Ephesians ii. 3-Jan
... His expression is, that faithsaveth, but it is because God so willeth, that faith
saveth. Since, how, tell me, doth faith save, without works?...
The Record of a Quaker Conscience
... So looking to our Father alone for help, and remembering that "Whoso loseth his
life for my sake shall find it; but whososaveth it shall lose it," we...
Confession
... The psalmist says, "The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart;
andsaveth such as be of a contrite spirit." Psalm 34:18....
The Motives to this Oversight
... Believe it, sirs, God is no respecter of persons: hesaveth not men for their
coats or callings; a holy calling will not save an unholy man....
1 John v. 3-Jan
... the Christ? He that does not so live as Christ commanded. For many say,
"I believe:" but faith without workssaveth not. Now the...
The Battle of Life
... This it is, I believe, which our Lord may have meant when He said, 'He thatsaveth
his life, or soul' (for the two words in Scripture mean exactly the same...
Thesaurus
Saveth (36 Occurrences)...Saveth (36 Occurrences). Exodus 2:17 and the shepherds come and drive them away,
and Moses ariseth, and
saveth them, and watereth their flock. (YLT).
...Adversity (54 Occurrences)
... delivereth them, (YLT). Psalms 107:13 And they cry unto Jehovah in their adversity,
From their distresses Hesaveth them. (YLT). Psalms 107...
Leadeth (42 Occurrences)
... men, to Keilah, and fighteth with the Philistines, and leadeth away their cattle,
and smiteth among them -- a great smiting, and Davidsaveth the inhabitants...
Savest (7 Occurrences)
Smiteth (156 Occurrences)
... Judges 3:31 And after him hath been Shamgar son of Anath, and he smiteth the
Philistines -- six hundred men -- with an ox-goad, and hesaveth -- he also...
Putteth (182 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 8:6 and David putteth garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and Aram is to David
for a servant, bearing a present; and Jehovahsaveth David whithersoever he...
Vainly (4 Occurrences)
... (See NAS). Lamentations 4:17 While we exist -- consumed are our eyes for our vain
help, In our watch-tower we have watched for a nation 'that'saveth not....
Lowly (29 Occurrences)
... (See NAS RSV NIV). Job 22:29 For they have made low, And thou sayest,
'Lift up.' And the bowed down of eyes hesaveth. (See RSV)....
Watch-tower (6 Occurrences)
... (YLT). Lamentations 4:17 While we exist -- consumed are our eyes for our vain help,
In our watch-tower we have watched for a nation 'that'saveth not. (YLT)....
Watereth (9 Occurrences)
... (YLT). Exodus 2:17 and the shepherds come and drive them away, and Moses
ariseth, andsaveth them, and watereth their flock. (YLT)....
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