The term "coverest" is an archaic form of the verb "cover," often found in older English translations of the Bible. It is used to describe the act of concealing, protecting, or hiding something. In the context of Scripture, the concept of covering can be both literal and metaphorical, encompassing themes of protection, atonement, and divine provision.

Biblical Usage and Themes

1. Protection and Shelter: The idea of covering is frequently associated with God's protection over His people. In Psalm 91:4 , it is written, "He will cover you with His feathers; under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness is a shield and rampart." This imagery portrays God as a protective figure, akin to a bird sheltering its young under its wings, emphasizing His role as a refuge and protector.

2. Atonement and Forgiveness: Covering is also a significant concept in the context of atonement and forgiveness. In the Old Testament, the Hebrew word "kaphar," often translated as "cover," is related to the idea of atonement. Leviticus 16:30 states, "For on this day atonement will be made for you to cleanse you, and you will be clean from all your sins before the LORD." Here, the covering of sins is achieved through the sacrificial system, pointing forward to the ultimate atonement through Christ.

3. Divine Provision: The theme of covering extends to God's provision for His people. In Genesis 3:21 , after the fall of man, "The LORD God made garments of skin for Adam and his wife and clothed them." This act of covering Adam and Eve's nakedness symbolizes God's provision and care, even in the midst of judgment.

4. Moral and Ethical Implications: Covering can also have moral and ethical implications, particularly in the context of concealing wrongdoing. Proverbs 28:13 warns, "He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy." This highlights the importance of transparency and repentance in the Christian life, contrasting the negative aspect of covering sin with the positive outcome of confession and forgiveness.

5. Love and Community: In the New Testament, covering is associated with love and community. 1 Peter 4:8 exhorts believers, "Above all, love one another deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins." This suggests that love within the Christian community acts as a covering, promoting forgiveness and unity among believers.

Conclusion

The concept of "coverest" in the Bible encompasses a rich tapestry of meanings, from God's protective nature to the atoning work of Christ, and from ethical living to the expression of love within the community of believers. Each aspect of covering reflects a dimension of God's character and His relationship with humanity, inviting believers to seek His protection, embrace His forgiveness, and extend His love to others.

Psalm 104
... thou clothed art in state. ^2With light, as with a robe, thyself. thou coverest
about; And, like unto a curtain, thou. the heavens stretchest out. ...
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The Fourth Homily. On the Holy Theophany, or on Christ's Baptism.
... Or, because on behalf of my salvation Thou hast taken to Thyself the offering of
my first-fruits, am I to ignore the fact that Thou "coverest Thyself with ...
/.../the fourth homily on the.htm

Psalm LVIII.
... mud? I know thy inward parts, I am not deceived by thy covering: I know
what thou holdest forth, I know what thou coverest. "For ...
/.../augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm lviii.htm

The Life of St. Paul the Apostle
... To whom Paul said: Farewell, Plautilla, daughter of everlasting health, lend to
me thy veil or keverchief with which thou coverest thy head, that I may bind ...
/.../wells/bible stories and religious classics/the life of st paul.htm

Psalm LII.
... wrought, when thou breakest bread to the hungry, the poor without roof thou bringest
into thy house; if thou shalt have seen one naked, thou coverest him: [1891 ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm lii.htm

Ephesians iv. 17-19
... he saith, "He clothed himself also with cursing as with his garment, and it came
into his inward parts." (Psalm 109:18.) And again, "Who coverest Thyself with ...
/.../homily xiii ephesians iv 17-19.htm

Acts of the Holy Apostle and Evangelist John the Theologian.
... who always seest what belongs to all, and art in all, and everywhere present, God
Lord Jesus Christ; who with Thy gifts and Thy compassion coverest those that ...
/.../acts of the holy apostle.htm

Coverest (3 Occurrences)
...Coverest (3 Occurrences). Deuteronomy 22:12 Thou shalt make thee fringes upon the
four quarters of thy vesture, wherewith thou coverest thyself. ...
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Corners (56 Occurrences)
... It is thus used in Deuteronomy 22:12: "Thou shalt make thee fringes upon the four
borders (wings) of thy vesture, wherewith thou coverest thyself." It thus ...
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Quarters (17 Occurrences)
... (KJV WBS). Deuteronomy 22:12 Thou shalt make thee fringes upon the four quarters
of thy vesture, wherewith thou coverest thyself. (KJV WBS). ...
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Vesture (10 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 22:12 Thou shalt make thee fringes upon the four quarters of
thy vesture, wherewith thou coverest thyself. (KJV ASV WBS). ...
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Trusting (45 Occurrences)
... (YLT). Psalms 5:11 And rejoice do all trusting in Thee, To the age they sing, and
Thou coverest them over, And those loving Thy name exult in Thee. (YLT). ...
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Tassels (3 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 22:12 Tassels shalt thou make thee on the four corners of thy clothing,
wherewith thou coverest thyself. (DBY NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Coverer (1 Occurrence)

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Stretchest (4 Occurrences)
... Psalms 104:2 Who coverest thyself with light as with a garment: who stretchest
out the heavens like a curtain: (KJV JPS ASV WBS). ...
/s/stretchest.htm - 7k

Covereth (61 Occurrences)

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Earth (10501 Occurrences)
... It is thus used in Deuteronomy 22:12: "Thou shalt make thee fringes upon the four
borders (wings) of thy vesture, wherewith thou coverest thyself." It thus ...
/e/earth.htm - 26k

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