The term "acceptest" is an archaic form of the verb "accept," often found in older translations of the Bible. It is used to describe the act of receiving or approving something favorably. In the context of Scripture, "acceptest" typically refers to God's acceptance of offerings, prayers, or individuals who are righteous and faithful to His commandments.

Biblical Usage and Context

1. Divine Acceptance of Offerings and Sacrifices: In the Old Testament, the concept of God accepting offerings is central to the sacrificial system established by the Mosaic Law. Offerings were to be made with a pure heart and in accordance with God's instructions. For example, in Genesis 4:4-5, God accepts Abel's offering but not Cain's, highlighting the importance of the heart's condition in worship. The Berean Standard Bible reflects this principle in various passages, emphasizing that God looks at the heart and the intent behind the offering.

2. Acceptance of Righteousness: The Bible frequently discusses God's acceptance of individuals based on their righteousness and faith. In Acts 10:34-35 , Peter declares, "Truly I understand that God does not show favoritism, but welcomes those from every nation who fear Him and do what is right." This passage underscores the idea that God's acceptance transcends ethnic and cultural boundaries, focusing instead on one's reverence and obedience to Him.

3. Prayer and Divine Favor: The acceptance of prayer is another significant theme. In 1 John 5:14-15 , it is written, "This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. And if we know that He hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of Him." This assurance of God's acceptance of prayer is contingent upon alignment with His will, reflecting a relationship built on trust and submission to divine authority.

4. Moral and Ethical Conduct: The Bible also speaks to the acceptance of individuals based on their moral and ethical conduct. In Romans 12:1-2 , believers are urged to present their bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God, which is described as their "reasonable service." This passage highlights the call to live a life that is acceptable to God, marked by transformation and renewal of the mind.

5. Faith and Justification: The doctrine of justification by faith is central to the New Testament's message of salvation. In Romans 5:1 , Paul writes, "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." This acceptance by God is not based on human merit but on faith in Jesus Christ, who provides the means for reconciliation with God.

Theological Implications

From a conservative Christian viewpoint, the concept of "acceptest" underscores the importance of aligning one's life with God's will and commands. It reflects the belief that true acceptance by God is not merely a matter of external compliance but involves a heartfelt commitment to living according to His principles. This acceptance is ultimately made possible through the redemptive work of Jesus Christ, who bridges the gap between a holy God and sinful humanity. The believer's response is to live a life of faith, obedience, and worship, seeking to be pleasing in the sight of God.

D. The Question as to Paying Tribute. Ch. 20:19-26
... to the rule and to the authority of the governor.21 And they asked him, saying,
Teacher, we know that thou sayest and teachest rightly, and acceptest not the ...
/.../erdman/the gospel of luke an exposition/d the question as to.htm

Controversy
... and with apparent sincerity, as though desiring to know their duty, said, "Master,
we know that Thou sayest and teachest rightly, neither acceptest Thou the ...
//christianbookshelf.org/white/the desire of ages/chapter 66 controversy.htm

Cix. Jewish Rulers Seek to Ensnare Jesus.
... thou sayest and teachest rightly, ^b we know that thou art true, and carest not
for any one; for thou regardest not the person of men, ^c and acceptest not the ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/cix jewish rulers seek to.htm

A Prayer when one Begins to be Sick.
... for though there be nothing in me that can please him, yet I know that in thee,
and for thy sake, he is well pleased with all whom thou acceptest and lovest. ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/bayly/the practice of piety/a prayer when one begins.htm

And He Comes Back Again, and in all Ways...
... due to good evangelists, not for its sake evangelizing, but yet taking it as the
consequence and offered to them by the Lord's appointment, thou acceptest not? ...
/.../augustine/of the work of monks /section 10 and he comes.htm

On the Ten Points of Doctrine.
... the will. He pictures to thee the thought of fornication: if thou wilt,
thou acceptest it; if thou wilt not, thou rejectest. For ...
/.../cyril/lectures of s cyril of jerusalem/lecture iv on the ten.htm

Matt. vi. 16
... goods there; but when it is God instead of men who makes thee this promise, and
when He sets before thee not the desert, but Heaven, thou acceptest the contrary ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on the gospel of saint matthew/homily xx matt vi 16.htm

Psalm XXXV.
... craftily. What peace spake they? "Master, we know that Thou acceptest not
man's person, and teachest the way of God in truth. Is ...
/.../augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm xxxv.htm

Redemption through Blood, the Gracious Forgiveness of Sins
... If thou acceptest the Beloved, thou art "accepted in the Beloved." When thou art
in him, then thou art forgiven; but thy forgiveness is alone in him. ...
/.../spurgeons sermons volume 37 1891/redemption through blood the gracious.htm

The Water of Life;
... Is it better that thou submit to the grace and mercy of God, and that thou acceptest
of grace to reign for thee, in thee, and over thee, than that thou ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/the water of life.htm

Acceptest (4 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Acceptest (4 Occurrences). ... (YLT). Psalms 51:16 For Thou
desirest not sacrifice, or I give 'it', Burnt-offering Thou acceptest not. ...
/a/acceptest.htm - 7k

Accepteth (9 Occurrences)

/a/accepteth.htm - 9k

Withstanders (15 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 33:11 Bless, O Jehovah, his strength, And the work of his hands Thou
acceptest, Smite the loins of his withstanders, And of those hating him ...
/w/withstanders.htm - 10k

Teachest (10 Occurrences)
... Luke 20:21 And they asked him, saying, Master, we know that thou sayest and teachest
rightly, neither acceptest thou the person of any, but teachest the way of ...
/t/teachest.htm - 9k

Rightly (45 Occurrences)
... Luke 20:21 And they asked him, saying, Master, we know that thou sayest and teachest
rightly, neither acceptest thou the person of any, but teachest the way of ...
/r/rightly.htm - 19k

Sayest (66 Occurrences)
... Luke 20:21 And they asked him, saying, Master, we know that thou sayest and teachest
rightly, neither acceptest thou the person of any, but teachest the way of ...
/s/sayest.htm - 26k

Accepted (82 Occurrences)

/a/accepted.htm - 31k

Hating (95 Occurrences)
... (YLT). Deuteronomy 33:11 Bless, O Jehovah, his strength, And the work of his hands
Thou acceptest, Smite the loins of his withstanders, And of those hating him ...
/h/hating.htm - 33k

Truth (380 Occurrences)
... Luke 20:21 And they asked him, saying, Teacher, we know that thou sayest and teachest
rightly, and acceptest not the person 'of any', but of a truth teachest ...
/t/truth.htm - 57k

Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus