The term "bearest" is an archaic form of the verb "bear," which appears in various contexts throughout the Bible. In the Berean Standard Bible , the word "bear" is used to convey meanings such as carrying, enduring, or producing. The usage of "bearest" is typically found in older translations, but its implications remain significant in understanding biblical narratives and teachings.

Carrying Burdens

In the context of carrying burdens, "bearest" reflects the physical and metaphorical act of bearing loads. In Galatians 6:2 , the Apostle Paul instructs believers to "Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." This directive emphasizes the Christian duty to support and uplift one another, reflecting the communal aspect of faith.

Enduring Trials

The concept of enduring trials is another significant aspect of "bearest." In the Book of Job, Job exemplifies the endurance of suffering and trials. Although the specific term "bearest" may not appear in the BSB, the theme of bearing hardships is central to Job's account. Job 1:21 states, "The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away. Blessed be the name of the LORD." This verse highlights the acceptance and endurance of life's challenges as part of divine providence.

Producing Fruit

"Bearest" also relates to the idea of producing fruit, both literally and metaphorically. In John 15:5 , Jesus declares, "I am the vine; you are the branches. The one who remains in Me, and I in him, will bear much fruit. For apart from Me you can do nothing." Here, the term signifies the spiritual fruitfulness that results from a close relationship with Christ. This fruitfulness is characterized by the manifestation of Christian virtues and the spread of the Gospel.

Bearing Witness

The act of bearing witness is another important biblical theme. In John 1:7 , John the Baptist is described as coming "as a witness to testify about the Light, so that through him everyone might believe." Bearing witness involves testifying to the truth of God's Word and the redemptive work of Jesus Christ. It is a call for believers to actively share their faith and the transformative power of the Gospel.

Bearing Sin and Guilt

In the sacrificial system of the Old Testament, the concept of bearing sin and guilt is prevalent. Leviticus 16:22 describes the scapegoat ritual: "The goat will carry on itself all their iniquities to a solitary place, and the man shall release it into the wilderness." This act symbolizes the removal of sin from the community, prefiguring the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who bore the sins of humanity on the cross.

Divine Patience and Forbearance

The term "bearest" can also be associated with divine patience and forbearance. In Romans 2:4 , Paul writes, "Or do you disregard the riches of His kindness, tolerance, and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness leads you to repentance?" God's forbearance is an expression of His mercy, allowing time for repentance and reconciliation.

In summary, the term "bearest" encompasses a range of meanings in the biblical context, including carrying burdens, enduring trials, producing fruit, bearing witness, and the theological implications of bearing sin. Each of these aspects contributes to a deeper understanding of the Christian life and the nature of God's relationship with humanity.

The Church, Formerly Barren, is Now Fruitful.
... The Homily. Chap. ii."the church, formerly barren, is now fruitful. "Rejoice, thou
barren that bearest not; break forth and cry, thou that travailest not ...
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The Church, Formerly Barren, is Now Fruitful.
... The Second Epistle of Clement. Chapter II."The Church, Formerly Barren, is Now Fruitful.
"Rejoice, thou barren that bearest not; break forth and cry, thou ...
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John Chapter viii. 15-18
... saw the man; they neither perceived nor believed Him to be God: and you have already
heard how, among all the rest, they said to Him, "Thou bearest witness of ...
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John x. 14, 15
... But wherefore do they not now bring against Him the charge which they did before,
when they said, "Thou bearest witness of thyself, thy witness is not true ...
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John Chapter viii. 13, 14
... 2. When our Lord Jesus Christ had spoken these things, the Jews answered, "Thou
bearest record of thyself; thy record is not true." Before our Lord Jesus ...
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John vii. 45, 46
... Not "of Galilee," not of Palestine, nor of Jud??a. What then say the Jews? Ver.13.
"Thou bearest record of thyself, thy record is not true.". Alas! ...
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Christ the Light of the World.
... light of life. The Pharisees therefore said unto Him, Thou bearest witness
of Thyself; Thy witness is not true. Jesus answered and ...
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Fourth Sunday in Lent
... Rejoice, thou barren that bearest not; Break forth and cry, thou that travailest
not: For more are the children of the desolate than of her that hath the ...
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And on the Great Day, which is the Last of the Feast...
... life. [2412] The Pharisees [Arabic, p.134] said unto him, Thou bearest
witness to thyself; thy witness is not true. [2413] Jesus ...
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Now with Joy My Heart is Bounding.
... Guilt no longer can distress me, Son of God! Thou my load Bearest to release me.
Stain in me Thou findest never, I am clean, All my sin Is remov'd for ever. ...
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Bearest (11 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Bearest (11 Occurrences). John 8:13 The Pharisees therefore
said unto him, Thou bearest record of thyself; thy record is not true. ...
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Gloriest (4 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Gloriest (4 Occurrences). Romans 2:17 But if thou bearest
the name of a Jew, and restest upon the law, and gloriest in God, (ASV). ...
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Bearers (11 Occurrences)

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Numerous (88 Occurrences)
... Galatians 4:27 For it is written, Rejoice, thou barren that bearest not; break out
and cry, thou that travailest not; because the children of the desolate are ...
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Joyful (83 Occurrences)
... (WEY). Galatians 4:27 For it is written, "Rejoice, thou barren woman that bearest
not, break forth into a joyful cry, thou that dost not travail with child. ...
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Favourest (2 Occurrences)
... (KJV). Psalms 106:4 Remember me, O Jehovah, with the favor that thou bearest
unto thy people; Oh visit me with thy salvation, (See JPS). ...
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Travailest (2 Occurrences)
... Galatians 4:27 For it is written, Rejoice, thou barren that bearest not; break forth
and cry, thou that travailest not: for the desolate hath many more ...
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Record (71 Occurrences)
... of God. (KJV). John 8:13 The Pharisees therefore said unto him, Thou bearest
record of thyself; thy record is not true. (KJV). John ...
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Boastest (4 Occurrences)
... God? (DBY). Romans 11:18 Boast not against the branches. But if thou boastest,
thou bearest not the root, but the root thee. (WBS). 1 ...
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Scorned (18 Occurrences)
... (YLT). Proverbs 9:12 If thou hast been wise, thou hast been wise for thyself,
And thou hast scorned -- thyself bearest 'it'. (YLT). ...
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