The term "broughtest" is an archaic form of the verb "bring," found in older English translations of the Bible. It is the second person singular past tense form, often used in direct address to God or an individual. While the Berean Standard Bible does not use this specific form, understanding its usage in biblical contexts can provide insight into the narrative and theological themes of Scripture.

Biblical Context and Usage:

In the King James Version (KJV) and other older translations, "broughtest" appears in passages where individuals recount the mighty acts of God, particularly in the context of deliverance and provision. This form is often used in prayers, psalms, and historical recounting, emphasizing a personal and direct relationship with God.

Examples in Scripture:

1. Deliverance from Egypt:
The Exodus narrative is a central theme where the term "broughtest" might be used to describe God's deliverance of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. In Exodus 15:13 (KJV), Moses and the Israelites sing a song of praise: "Thou in thy mercy hast led forth the people which thou hast redeemed: thou hast guided them in thy strength unto thy holy habitation." While the BSB translates this without the archaic form, the sentiment remains a powerful testament to God's saving power.

2. Provision in the Wilderness:
The Israelites' journey through the wilderness is marked by God's continual provision. In Deuteronomy 8:15-16 (KJV), Moses reminds the people: "Who led thee through that great and terrible wilderness... Who fed thee in the wilderness with manna, which thy fathers knew not." The use of "broughtest" in similar contexts underscores God's faithfulness in sustaining His people.

3. Establishment in the Promised Land:
The conquest and settlement of Canaan are often recounted with gratitude for God's guidance and provision. In Joshua 24:8 (KJV), Joshua recounts God's actions: "And I brought you into the land of the Amorites, which dwelt on the other side Jordan; and they fought with you: and I gave them into your hand." The narrative highlights God's role in fulfilling His promises to the patriarchs.

Theological Significance:

The use of "broughtest" in Scripture highlights several key theological themes:

· Divine Sovereignty: The term underscores God's active role in history, guiding and delivering His people according to His divine plan.
· Covenant Faithfulness: It reflects God's unwavering commitment to His covenant promises, as He brings His people into the fulfillment of His word.
· Personal Relationship: The direct address inherent in "broughtest" emphasizes the personal relationship between God and His people, inviting believers to recognize and recount God's work in their own lives.

Application for Believers:

For contemporary believers, the concept behind "broughtest" serves as a reminder to acknowledge and give thanks for God's past and present work in their lives. It encourages a posture of gratitude and trust, recognizing that the same God who "broughtest" His people through trials and into blessings continues to work in the lives of His followers today.

On the Words of the Gospel, Matt. vii. 7, "Ask, and it Shall be ...
... cries. 9. See then, recall, O rich man, to mind thy first beginnings; see
whether thou broughtest anything into the world. Now thou ...
/.../sermons on selected lessons of the new testament/sermon xi on the words.htm

(On the Mysteries. V. )
... Thou broughtest us into the net; Thou layedst afflictions upon our loins.
Thou hast caused men to ride over our heads; we went through ...
/.../cyril/lectures of s cyril of jerusalem/lecture xxiii on the mysteries.htm

Psalm XXII.
... "And My tongue cleaved to My jaws." And they, through whom I was soon to speak,
kept My precepts in their hearts. "And Thou broughtest Me down to the dust of ...
/.../augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm xxii.htm

The General Service to Two or Many Martyrs.
... If it be the Forty Martyrs, the following Prokeimenon should be read: We went through
fire and through water, but Thou broughtest us out into a place of rest. ...
/.../anonymous/the general menaion/chapter xv the general service.htm

The Golden Calf
... the people sat down to eat and to drink, and rose up to play.7. And the Lord said
unto Moses, Go, get thee down; for thy people, which thou broughtest out of ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/the golden calf.htm

About the Dragon and the Young Man.
... second milestone he turned a little out of the way, and saw the body of a beautiful
youth lying; and he said: Lord, was it for this that Thou broughtest me out ...
/.../unknown/acts of the holy apostle thomas/about the dragon and the.htm

1872 the Need of a Home Further West --Burning of the Marchmont ...
... We went through fire and through water, but Thou broughtest us out into a wealthy
place." This was the experience of the beginning of the year 1872. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/lowe/gods answers/chapter iv 1872 the need.htm

Lo! Death for us on Satan, Inflicts Vengeance
... The evil in the fire shall stab thee, who madest them evil: they shall
upbraid thee "wherefore, broughtest thou us hither?""12. ...
/.../ephraim/hymns and homilies of ephraim the syrian/hymn lix lo death for.htm

One Fold and one Shepherd
... spake, saying, Behold, we are thy bone and thy flesh.2. Also in time past, when
Saul was king over us, thou wast he that leddest out and broughtest in Israel ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture f/one fold and one shepherd.htm

That it is Sweet to Despise the World and to Serve God
... most of all Thou hast showed me the sweetness of Thy charity, that when I was not,
Thou madest me, and when I wandered far from Thee, Thou broughtest me back ...
//christianbookshelf.org/kempis/imitation of christ/chapter x that it is.htm

Broughtest (17 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Broughtest (17 Occurrences). Exodus 32:7 And the
LORD said unto Moses, Go, get thee down; for thy people ...
/b/broughtest.htm - 11k

Leddest (5 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 5:2 Also in time past, when Saul was king over us, thou wast he that leddest
out and broughtest in Israel: and the LORD said to thee, Thou shalt feed ...
/l/leddest.htm - 7k

Aforetime (19 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 5:2 Even aforetime, when Saul was king over us, thou wast he that leddest
out and broughtest in Israel; and Jehovah said to thee, Thou shalt feed my ...
/a/aforetime.htm - 12k

Gavest (36 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 9:7 Thou art the LORD the God, who didst choose Abram, and broughtest him
forth out of Ur of the Chaldees, and gavest him the name of Abraham; (KJV ...
/g/gavest.htm - 17k

Hadst (43 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 9:15 And gavest them bread from heaven for their hunger, and broughtest
forth water for them out of the rock for their thirst, and promisedst them ...
/h/hadst.htm - 20k

Wast (84 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 5:2 Also in time past, when Saul was king over us, thou wast he that leddest
out and broughtest in Israel: and the LORD said to thee, Thou shalt feed ...
/w/wast.htm - 33k

Feed (117 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 5:2 Also in time past, when Saul was king over us, thou wast he that leddest
out and broughtest in Israel: and the LORD said to thee, Thou shalt feed ...
/f/feed.htm - 39k

Brow (24 Occurrences)

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Laidst (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Laidst (1 Occurrence). Psalms 66:11 Thou broughtest
us into the net; thou laidst affliction upon our loins. (KJV). ...
/l/laidst.htm - 6k

Layedst (2 Occurrences)
... thou didst not sow. (KJV ASV WBS). Psalms 66:11 Thou broughtest us into
the net; Thou layedst a sore burden upon our loins. (ASV). ...
/l/layedst.htm - 6k

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