Introduction:
Careth is a term that does not appear directly in the canonical texts of the Bible. However, it may be a variant or transliteration of a name or place that is referenced in biblical literature or related historical texts. In exploring the potential significance of Careth, it is essential to consider the broader biblical and historical context.

Possible Associations:

1. Cherith (Kerith) Ravine:
One possible association for Careth is the Cherith Ravine, a location mentioned in the Old Testament. In 1 Kings 17:3-5 , the prophet Elijah is instructed by God to hide by the Brook Cherith, east of the Jordan River, during a time of drought and famine. The passage reads:
"Leave here, turn eastward, and hide yourself by the Brook Cherith, east of the Jordan. You are to drink from the brook, and I have commanded the ravens to feed you there."
This location is significant as it represents God's provision and protection for Elijah during a period of great need.

2. Cultural and Historical Context:
The name Careth, if considered a variant of Cherith, may reflect the linguistic and transliteration variations that occur in the transmission of biblical texts. The Hebrew language, in which much of the Old Testament was written, often presents challenges in transliteration into English and other languages. This can result in different spellings and pronunciations of names and places.

3. Symbolic Meaning:
In a symbolic sense, the account of Elijah at the Brook Cherith can be seen as a testament to God's faithfulness and the importance of obedience to divine instruction. The ravine serves as a place of refuge and sustenance, illustrating the theme of divine care and provision that runs throughout the Bible.

4. Theological Implications:
From a theological perspective, the account of Elijah at Cherith underscores the sovereignty of God over creation, as He commands the natural elements and creatures to serve His purposes. It also highlights the role of prophets as instruments of God's will, often requiring them to rely entirely on His guidance and provision.

Conclusion:
While the term Careth itself does not appear in the Bible, its potential connection to the Cherith Ravine offers rich insights into biblical themes of divine provision, protection, and the faithfulness of God. Understanding these themes within their historical and cultural context enhances the appreciation of the biblical narrative and its enduring spiritual lessons.

He Careth for Thee.
... HE CARETH FOR THEE. Life will never ... its meaning. "He careth for you." It
is not your neighbor or your friend, but it is you. Cares ...
//christianbookshelf.org/orr/how to live a holy life/he careth for thee.htm

He Careth for You
... HE CARETH FOR YOU. "Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you"
(1:Pet.5: 7). God cares for us in the sense of having a personal interest in us. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/naylor/heart talks/talk fifty-two he careth for.htm

Third Sunday after Trinity. Cast all Your Care Upon Him, for He ...
... Third Sunday after Trinity. Cast all your care upon Him, for He careth for you.
Cast all your care upon Him, for He careth for you. From the Epistle. ...
/.../winkworth/lyra germanica the christian year/third sunday after trinity cast.htm

The Doctrine of Paul Concerning virginity Explained.
... He that is unmarried careth for the things that belong to the Lord: [2605] but he
that is married careth for the things that are of the world, how he may ...
/.../chapter xiii the doctrine of paul.htm

Do You Flatter Yourself on Account of the Attribute of virginity? ...
... For the Apostle says, "She that is unmarried careth for the things of the Lord,
how she may please God, that she may be holy both in body and spirit; but she ...
/.../severus/life and writings of sulpitius severus /chapter viii do you flatter.htm

Letter xviii. Marriage.
... There is also an increase of care. "The unmarried woman careth for the things of
the Lord, that she may be holy both in body and spirit; but she that is married ...
/.../a practical directory for young christian females/letter xviii marriage.htm

The Domestic Relation.
... Therefore Paul advises all who can live a pure life in an unmarried state they can
be more useful to God, for he careth for the things that belong to the Lord ...
/.../orr/the gospel day /chapter xiii the domestic relation.htm

On St Barbara's Day, or that of any Other Holy virgin
... whomsoever thou sorrowest, with him wilt thou also be judged." St Paul says: "Reckon
yourselves to be dead unto the world." The dead man careth not whether he ...
//christianbookshelf.org/tauler/the inner way/sermon ii on st barbaras.htm

Of the Joy of a Good Conscience
... He who desireth true and eternal glory careth not for that which is temporal; and
he who seeketh temporal glory, or who despiseth it from his heart, is proved ...
//christianbookshelf.org/kempis/imitation of christ/chapter vi of the joy.htm

Custom is Indeed in Everything Hard to Resist. ...
... "He that is unmarried careth for the things of the Lord; but he that is married
careth for the things that are of the world [1394] ." If the combat with ...
/.../gregory/gregory of nyssa dogmatic treatises etc/chapter ix custom is indeed.htm

Careth (10 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Careth (10 Occurrences). John 10:13 The hireling fleeth,
because he is an hireling, and careth not for the sheep. (KJV ASV WBS). ...
/c/careth.htm - 9k

Carefulness (6 Occurrences)
... "He that is unmarried careth for things ... "Dost thou not care that my sister did leave
me to serve alone?" (Luke 10:40). "Careth not for the sheep" (John 10:13). ...
/c/carefulness.htm - 17k

Care (466 Occurrences)
... "He that is unmarried careth for things ... "Dost thou not care that my sister did leave
me to serve alone?" (Luke 10:40). "Careth not for the sheep" (John 10:13). ...
/c/care.htm - 44k

Careful (130 Occurrences)
... "He that is unmarried careth for things ... "Dost thou not care that my sister did leave
me to serve alone?" (Luke 10:40). "Careth not for the sheep" (John 10:13). ...
/c/careful.htm - 44k

Cargo (7 Occurrences)

/c/cargo.htm - 8k

Fleeth (54 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Fleeth (54 Occurrences). John 10:13 The hireling fleeth,
because he is an hireling, and careth not for the sheep. (KJV ASV WBS). ...
/f/fleeth.htm - 22k

Pleasure (331 Occurrences)
... inclination," hence, "pleasure," "delight" (Job 21:21, "What pleasure hath he in
his house?" the American Standard Revised Version "what careth he for"; Job 22 ...
/p/pleasure.htm - 40k

Caretakers (2 Occurrences)

/c/caretakers.htm - 7k

Hireling (17 Occurrences)
... Hireling (17 Occurrences). John 10:13 The hireling fleeth, because he is an
hireling, and careth not for the sheep. (KJV ASV WBS YLT RSV). ...
/h/hireling.htm - 13k

Cares (28 Occurrences)
... health unto thee, and I will heal thee of thy wounds, saith the LORD; because they
have called thee an outcast: 'She is Zion, there is none that careth for her ...
/c/cares.htm - 13k

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