The term "acteth" is an archaic English form of the verb "act," often found in older translations of the Bible. It is used to describe the actions or deeds performed by individuals, typically in a moral or ethical context. In the Berean Standard Bible , the term itself may not appear, as modern translations often update such archaic language to contemporary equivalents. However, the concept of acting, particularly in accordance with God's will, is a significant theme throughout the Scriptures.

Biblical Context

1. Moral and Ethical Actions: The Bible frequently emphasizes the importance of one's actions as a reflection of their faith and obedience to God. In James 1:22 , it is written, "Be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves." This verse underscores the necessity of acting upon God's word, not merely listening to it.

2. Righteousness and Justice: Acting justly and righteously is a recurring theme in the Bible. Micah 6:8 states, "He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?" Here, the act of justice is presented as a divine requirement, highlighting the moral responsibility of believers.

3. Faith and Works: The relationship between faith and actions is a critical theological point. James 2:17 declares, "So too, faith by itself, if it does not result in action, is dead." This passage emphasizes that genuine faith is demonstrated through actions, aligning with the concept of "acteth" as a manifestation of one's beliefs.

4. Divine Action: The Bible also describes God's actions in the world. In Psalm 103:6 , it is written, "The LORD executes righteousness and justice for all the oppressed." Here, God's actions are portrayed as a model for human behavior, encouraging believers to emulate divine justice and righteousness.

5. Parables and Teachings of Jesus: Jesus often used parables to illustrate the importance of actions. In the Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37), the Samaritan's compassionate actions serve as a model for loving one's neighbor, demonstrating that true love is expressed through deeds.

Theological Implications

The concept of "acteth" in the biblical sense is deeply intertwined with the idea of living out one's faith through tangible actions. It reflects the belief that true faith is not passive but active, requiring believers to engage in behaviors that align with God's commandments and teachings. This active faith is seen as a testament to one's relationship with God and a witness to others of the transformative power of the Gospel.

In summary, while the specific term "acteth" may not be prevalent in modern translations like the Berean Standard Bible, the underlying principle of acting in accordance with divine will remains a cornerstone of biblical teaching. The Scriptures consistently call believers to demonstrate their faith through righteous and just actions, reflecting the character of God in their daily lives.

The Noble Results of this Species of Prayer
... But, unquestionably, it acteth therein, more nobly and more extensively than it
had ever done before; for God Himself is the mover, and the soul now acteth by ...
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Antichrist.
... the elect are the body of Christ, the reprobate professors are the body of antichrist;
the Holy Ghost is the Spirit of life that acteth Christ's body; that ...
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Predestination and the Justice of God
... willeth"toward the good? But, when he acteth, he acteth through mercy;
when he doth not act, it is through justice. For, "he hath ...
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John Chapter xii. 37-43
... If, then, we must be far from thinking that there is unrighteousness with God, this
only can it be, that, when He giveth His aid, He acteth mercifully; and ...
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Christian Graces.
... Unbelief may be called the WHITE DEVIL; for it often-times, in its mischievous doing
in the soul, shows as if it was an angel of light; yea, it acteth like a ...
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The Death of Christ
... Roman governor. In this he acteth justly, for the crime and sin of the
Saviour's death must lay at the door of manhood. This race ...
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Treating of the Same Thing, Declaring How Many Ways of Devotion ...
... of the will, as being the acts of the Soul and spiritual, are not sensible: Hence
the Soul knows not if it liveth, nor, for most part, is sensible if it acteth ...
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John xvii. 1
... As yet they gave heed unto Him as to a man; and for their sake He acteth thus, just
as He did in the case of Lazarus, and there telleth the reason; "Because of ...
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John xi. 30, 31
... present, nor saith to her what He said to her sister, (for a great multitude was
by, and this was no fit time for such words,) He only acteth measurably and ...
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Psalm I.
... Whoso is in the law, acteth according to the law; whoso is under the law, is acted
upon according to the law: the one therefore is free, the other a slave. ...
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Acteth (8 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Acteth (8 Occurrences). Numbers 3:4 And Nadab
dieth -- Abihu also -- before Jehovah, in their bringing ...
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Rebelleth (5 Occurrences)
... 2 Kings 18:7 And Jehovah hath been with him, in every place where he goeth out he
acteth wisely, and he rebelleth against the king of Asshur, and hath not ...
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Perverteth (7 Occurrences)
... And all the people shall say, Amen. (KJV JPS DBY WBS). Job 34:12 Yea, surely, ?God
acteth not wickedly, and the Almighty perverteth not judgment. (DBY). ...
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Pays (18 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). Psalms 31:23 O love the LORD, all ye His godly ones; the LORD preserveth
the faithful, and plentifully repayeth him that acteth haughtily. (See NIV). ...
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Presumption (5 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 17:12 And the man who acteth with presumption, so as not to hearken
unto the priest (who is standing to serve there Jehovah thy God), or unto the ...
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Slanderer (5 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 9:4 Take ye heed every one of his neighbour, and trust ye not in any brother;
for every brother acteth subtly, and every neighbour goeth about with ...
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Wisely (60 Occurrences)
... 2 Kings 18:7 And Jehovah hath been with him, in every place where he goeth out he
acteth wisely, and he rebelleth against the king of Asshur, and hath not ...
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Dieth (192 Occurrences)
... Jehovah, in their bringing near strange fire before Jehovah, in the wilderness of
Sinai, and sons they had not; and Eleazar -- Ithamar also -- acteth as priest ...
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Acting (102 Occurrences)

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Acted (98 Occurrences)

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