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The term "hideth" is an archaic form of the verb "hide," which appears in various contexts throughout the Bible. It is used to describe the act of concealing or keeping something out of sight. In the Berean Standard Bible , the concept of hiding is often associated with both physical concealment and spiritual or emotional states.
Physical Concealment:In the Old Testament, "hideth" is frequently used to describe the act of physically hiding oneself or objects. For example, in
1 Samuel 10:22, when Saul is chosen to be king, he hides among the baggage: "So they inquired further of the LORD, 'Has the man come here yet?' And the LORD replied, 'He is hiding among the supplies.'" This instance illustrates the human tendency to hide out of fear or reluctance to face responsibility.
Similarly, in
Joshua 2:4, Rahab hides the spies sent by Joshua: "But the woman had taken the two men and hidden them." This act of hiding is significant as it demonstrates Rahab's faith and allegiance to the God of Israel, ultimately leading to her and her family's salvation.
Spiritual and Emotional States:The concept of hiding is also used metaphorically to describe spiritual and emotional conditions. In
Psalm 32:5, David speaks of the relief that comes from confessing sin rather than hiding it: "Then I acknowledged my sin to You and did not hide my iniquity. I said, 'I will confess my transgressions to the LORD.' And You forgave the guilt of my sin." Here, hiding sin is associated with guilt and separation from God, while confession leads to forgiveness and restoration.
Proverbs 28:13 further emphasizes this theme: "He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy." The act of hiding sin is portrayed as a barrier to spiritual prosperity and divine mercy.
God as a Hiding Place:Conversely, God is often depicted as a refuge or hiding place for His people. In
Psalm 32:7, David declares, "You are my hiding place; You protect me from trouble. You surround me with songs of deliverance." This imagery conveys the idea of God as a source of protection and comfort, where believers can find safety and peace amidst life's challenges.
Isaiah 32:2 also presents a similar concept: "Each man will be like a shelter from the wind and a refuge from the storm, like streams of water in a dry land, like the shade of a great rock in an arid land." Here, the imagery of hiding in God is extended to the righteous, who provide shelter and protection to others.
Divine Hiddenness:The Bible also speaks of times when God hides His face, often as a response to the sin and disobedience of His people. In
Isaiah 59:2, it is written, "But your iniquities have separated you from your God; your sins have hidden His face from you, so that He will not hear." This divine hiddenness serves as a call to repentance and a reminder of the consequences of turning away from God.
In summary, the concept of "hideth" in the Bible encompasses a range of meanings, from physical concealment to spiritual refuge. It highlights human tendencies to hide from responsibility and sin, while also portraying God as a protective hiding place for those who seek Him.
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The Knowledge of God
... and his sight. Psalm 139:12. The darkness hideth not from thee.' There is
not a word we whisper but God hears it. Psalm 139:9. There ...
Abram's Horror of Great Darkness.
... I go forward but he is not there; and backward, but I cannot perceive him; on the
left hand where he doth work, but I cannot behold him; he hideth himself on ...
Inconsideration Deplored. Rev. Joshua Priestley.
... Yea, the darkness hideth not from Thee; but the night shineth as the day: the
darkness and the light are both alike to Thee." Psalm 139:7-12. ...
Its Problem
... Then it is we shall be assured, "Yea, the darkness hideth not fromThee; but the
night shineth as the day: the darkness and the light are both alike to Thee" (v ...
Whither Goest Thou?
... I go forward, but he is not there; and backward, but I cannot perceive him: on the
left hand, where he doth work, but I cannot behold him: he hideth himself on ...
The Blessedness of Giving
... "He that putteth his trust in the Lord shall be made fat.". "He that giveth unto
the poor shall not lack; but he that hideth his eye shall have many a curse.". ...
God.
... the whole world would be ravished with him; but he has, I will not say reasons of
state, but reasons of glory, glorious reasons why he hideth himself from the ...
Lost in the Woods.
... Yea, the darkness hideth not from thee; but the night shineth as the day; the darkness
and the light are both alike to thee." Two more precious promises came ...
On the Character and Teaching of the Bishop.
... For the Scripture, speaking of such persons, says: "The slothful hideth his hand
in his bosom, and is not able to bring it to his mouth again." [2601] And again ...
The Hidden Treasure.
... V. THE HIDDEN TREASURE. "Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto treasure hid
in a field; the which when a man hath found, he hideth, and for joy thereof ...
Thesaurus
Hideth (28 Occurrences)...Hideth (28 Occurrences).
... Exodus 2:2 and the woman conceiveth, and beareth a son,
and she seeth him that he 'is' fair, and she
hideth him three months, (YLT).
...Foreseeth (2 Occurrences)
... Foreseeth (2 Occurrences). Proverbs 22:3 A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth
himself: but the simple pass on, and are punished. (KJV WBS). ...
Thoughtless (17 Occurrences)
... knowledge. (See JPS). Proverbs 22:3 A prudent man seeth the evil, and hideth
himself; But the simple pass on, and suffer for it. (See JPS). ...
Bewrayeth (3 Occurrences)
... (KJV). Proverbs 27:16 Whosoever hideth her hideth the wind, and the ointment
of his right hand, which bewrayeth itself. (KJV WBS). ...
Slothful (22 Occurrences)
... (KJV WBS). Proverbs 19:24 A slothful man hideth his hand in his bosom, and will
not so much as bring it to his mouth again. (KJV WBS YLT). ...
Raiseth (33 Occurrences)
... (KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS). Psalms 27:5 For He hideth me in a tabernacle in the day of
evil, He hideth me in a secret place of His tent, On a rock he raiseth me up. ...
Punished (47 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Proverbs 22:3 A prudent man foreseeth
the evil, and hideth himself: but the simple pass on, and are punished. ...
Ointment (29 Occurrences)
... (KJV JPS DBY WBS YLT). Proverbs 27:16 Whosoever hideth her hideth the wind, and
the ointment of his right hand, which bewrayeth itself. (KJV JPS WBS YLT). ...
Hides (27 Occurrences)
... (WEB NAS RSV). Proverbs 27:12 A prudent man seeth the evil, and hideth himself;
but the thoughtless pass on, and are punished. (See NAS RSV). ...
Bosom (47 Occurrences)
... (KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV). Proverbs 19:24 A slothful man hideth his hand
in his bosom, and will not so much as bring it to his mouth again. (KJV WBS). ...
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