The term "dearest" is not explicitly found in the Berean Standard Bible as a direct translation, but the concept of deep affection and love is prevalent throughout the Scriptures. The Bible frequently addresses the themes of love, affection, and the deep bonds that exist between individuals, as well as between God and His people.

Divine Love and Affection

The Bible is replete with references to God's profound love for humanity, which can be understood as the ultimate expression of "dearest" affection. In John 3:16 , it is written, "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life." This verse encapsulates the depth of God's love, portraying the sacrificial nature of His affection for mankind.

The Apostle Paul also speaks of the love of Christ in Romans 8:38-39 , stating, "For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor principalities, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." This passage highlights the inseparable and enduring nature of God's love, which can be seen as the ultimate "dearest" relationship.

Human Relationships

In human relationships, the Bible provides numerous examples of deep affection and love. The relationship between David and Jonathan is often cited as a profound example of friendship and brotherly love. In 1 Samuel 18:1 , it is recorded, "After David had finished speaking with Saul, the souls of Jonathan and David were knit together, and Jonathan loved him as himself." This bond between David and Jonathan exemplifies the deep, selfless affection that can exist between friends.

The marital relationship is another context in which "dearest" love is expressed. Ephesians 5:25 instructs, "Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave Himself up for her." This command underscores the sacrificial and devoted nature of love that husbands are to have for their wives, mirroring Christ's love for the church.

Parental Love

Parental love is another significant theme in the Bible, reflecting the "dearest" affection parents have for their children. Proverbs 22:6 advises, "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it." This verse emphasizes the responsibility and care that parents are to have for their children, rooted in love and concern for their well-being.

The parable of the prodigal son in Luke 15:11-32 further illustrates the deep love of a father for his wayward son. Despite the son's rebellion, the father's compassion and forgiveness upon his return demonstrate the enduring and unconditional nature of parental love.

Conclusion

While the specific term "dearest" may not appear in the Berean Standard Bible, the concept is woven throughout the biblical narrative in the form of divine love, human relationships, and parental affection. These examples collectively illustrate the profound and multifaceted nature of love as depicted in Scripture.

My Dearest Sister
... LETTERS TO SISTER MARY OF THE SACRED HEART VI MY DEAREST SISTER. MY DEAREST
SISTER,"I do not find it difficult to answer you. . . . ...
//christianbookshelf.org/therese/story of a soul/vi my dearest sister.htm

Hail virgin, Dearest Mary
... No. 81 Hail Virgin, dearest Mary. THE BLESSED VIRGIN Hail Virgin, dearest Mary.
Queen of May SM Venn. Moderato. 1. Hail Virgin, dearest Mary! ...
/.../the st gregory hymnal and catholic choir book/no 81 hail virgin dearest.htm

O Dearest Love Divine
... No.65 O dearest Love divine. THE SACRED HEART O dearest Love divine. Rt. Rev.
Msgr. HT Henry, Litt. D. Nicola A. Montani. Andante devoto. ...
/.../the st gregory hymnal and catholic choir book/no 65 o dearest love divine.htm

I am So Glad, Dearest Celine
... LETTERS OF SOEUR TH??R??SE THE LITTLE FLOWER OF JESUS: LETTERS OF SOEUR TH??R??SE
TO HER SISTER C??LINE XX I am so glad, dearest C??line. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/therese/story of a soul/xx i am so glad.htm

Fragment ix. And do Thou, My Dearest Lucianus, Since Thou Art Wise ...
... Fragment IX. And do thou, my dearest Lucianus, since thou art wise? And
do thou, my dearest Lucianus, since thou art wise, bear ...
//christianbookshelf.org/theonas/epistle of phileas/fragment ix and do thou.htm

Twenty-Third Sunday after Trinity. For Our Conversation is in ...
... My desire is fixed on Thee,. Jesus, dearest far to me! Weary souls with toil
outworn,. ... I but wish to rest in Thee,. Jesus, dearest far to me! ...
/.../lyra germanica the christian year/twenty-third sunday after trinity for.htm

To Benincasa Her Brother when He was in Florence
... Dearest brother in Christ Jesus: I Catherine, a useless servant, comfort and bless
thee and invite thee to a sweet and most holy patience, for without patience ...
/.../benincasa/letters of catherine benincasa/to benincasa her brother when.htm

Epistle Lxvi. To Father Stephanus, Concerning Marcianus of Arles ...
... Faustinus our colleague, abiding at Lyons, has once and again written to me, dearest
brother, informing me of those things which also I certainly know to have ...
/.../cyprian/the epistles of cyprian/epistle lxvi to father stephanus.htm

Epistle Lvii. To Lucius the Bishop of Rome, Returned from ...
... We had lately also congratulated you indeed, dearest brother, when the divine
condescension, by a double honour, appointed you in the administration of God's ...
/.../cyprian/the epistles of cyprian/epistle lvii to lucius the.htm

To Sano Di Maco and to the Other Sons in Christ While She was in ...
... Dearest sons in Christ sweet Jesus: I Catherine, servant and slave of the servants
of Jesus Christ, write to you in His precious Blood: with desire to see you ...
/.../benincasa/letters of catherine benincasa/to sano di maco and 2.htm

Dearest (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Dearest (2 Occurrences). Psalms 41:9 Even my dearest friend,
in whom I had faith, who took bread with me, is turned against me. (BBE). ...
/d/dearest.htm - 7k

Dearly (30 Occurrences)

/d/dearly.htm - 16k

Flawless (7 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). Song of Songs 6:9 My dove, my very beautiful one, is but one; she is
the only one of her mother, she is the dearest one of her who gave her birth. ...
/f/flawless.htm - 8k

Darling (13 Occurrences)
... Song of Songs 6:9 My dove, my very beautiful one, is but one; she is the only one
of her mother, she is the dearest one of her who gave her birth. ...
/d/darling.htm - 10k

Dearer (4 Occurrences)

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Servant-wives (4 Occurrences)
... (BBE). Song of Songs 6:9 My dove, my very beautiful one, is but one; she is the
only one of her mother, she is the dearest one of her who gave her birth. ...
/s/servant-wives.htm - 7k

Maidens (40 Occurrences)
... Song of Songs 6:9 My dove, my very beautiful one, is but one; she is the only one
of her mother, she is the dearest one of her who gave her birth. ...
/m/maidens.htm - 18k

Paradise (6 Occurrences)
... is effectually sublimated and spiritualized in Faber's familiar hymn: "O Paradise,
O Paradise, I greatly long to See The special place my dearest Lord Is ...
/p/paradise.htm - 16k

Praises (66 Occurrences)
... Song of Songs 6:9 My dove, my very beautiful one, is but one; she is the only one
of her mother, she is the dearest one of her who gave her birth. ...
/p/praises.htm - 24k

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