The term "diggeth" is an archaic form of the verb "dig," found in the King James Version of the Bible and other older translations. It is used to describe the act of digging, often in the context of agriculture, construction, or metaphorical expressions. In the Berean Standard Bible , the term is typically rendered in more contemporary language, such as "digs" or "dug."

Biblical References:

1. Agricultural Context:
· In the context of agriculture, "diggeth" refers to the preparation of the ground for planting. This is seen in the parables and teachings of Jesus, where the act of digging is often used metaphorically to describe spiritual preparation and readiness. For example, in Luke 13:8 , the gardener says, "Sir, leave it alone again this year, until I dig around it and fertilize it."

2. Construction and Defense:
· The act of digging is also associated with construction and defense, such as digging wells or fortifications. In Genesis 26:18 , Isaac reopens the wells that had been dug in the days of his father Abraham, which the Philistines had stopped up after Abraham's death. This act of digging signifies reclaiming and preserving God's provision and blessings.

3. Metaphorical and Moral Implications:
· Digging is used metaphorically in Scripture to illustrate moral and spiritual truths. Proverbs 26:27 states, "He who digs a pit will fall into it, and he who rolls a stone will have it roll back on him." This proverb warns of the consequences of malicious intent and deceit, suggesting that those who plot harm against others will ultimately suffer the same fate.

4. Judgment and Consequences:
· The imagery of digging is also employed in the context of judgment and consequences. In Job 6:27 , Job accuses his friends of being treacherous, saying, "You would even cast lots for the fatherless and barter away your friend." The implication is that their actions are as destructive as digging a pit for the innocent.

Theological Significance:

In the biblical narrative, the act of digging often carries deeper theological significance. It can symbolize human effort in seeking God's provision, as seen in the digging of wells, which provide life-sustaining water. Conversely, it can also represent the futility of human schemes against divine justice, as illustrated in the moral teachings of Proverbs.

The use of "diggeth" in Scripture underscores the importance of preparation, intention, and the consequences of one's actions. Whether in the context of agriculture, construction, or moral teaching, the act of digging serves as a powerful metaphor for the spiritual truths conveyed throughout the Bible.

Ephesians iv. 31
... Do ye not see that malice is blind? Have ye never heard, that he that diggeth
a pit for his neighbors, diggeth it for himself? How ...
/.../homily xv ephesians iv 31.htm

A Bundle of Proverbs
... He that laboureth laboureth for himself; for his mouth craveth it of him.27. An
ungodly man diggeth up evil: and in his lips there is as a burning fire.28. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture g/a bundle of proverbs.htm

Fences and Serpents
... I think not. The previous clause, at all events, embodies a well-known metaphor
of the Old Testament. 'He that diggeth a pit shall fall into it,' often occurs ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture g/fences and serpents.htm

On the Question of an Accused Bishop Appealing to the Seat of the ...
... Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein; and he that placeth a stone in his neighbour's
way shall stumble thereon; and he that setteth a trap for another shall ...
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John viii. 31, 32
... Christ therefore desiring to deepen their faith that it might not be merely
superficial, diggeth into their souls by more striking words. ...
/.../homilies on the gospel of st john and hebrews/homily liv john viii 31.htm

That we must not Lay Snares against Our Neighbour.
... That we must not lay snares against our neighbour. In Solomon, in the Proverbs:
"He who diggeth a pit for his neighbour, himself shall fall into it." [4610]. ...
/.../cyprian/three books of testimonies against the jews/108 that we must not.htm

The Second Epistle.
... Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein; and he that setteth a stone in his neighbour's
way will fall thereon; and he that placeth a snare for another will ...
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A Sermon of the Reverend Father Master Hugh Latimer, Preached in ...
... it in furrows, and sometime ridgeth it up again; and at another time harroweth it
and clotteth it, and sometime dungeth it and hedgeth it, diggeth it and ...
/.../latimer/sermons on the card and other discourses/a sermon of the reverend.htm

The Woman of Samaria
... Truly says Solomon, 'He that diggeth a pit, shall fall into it, and he who breaketh
a hedge, a serpent shall bite him.' From that day, Judah became weaker and ...
/.../kingsley/town and country sermons/sermon xxvi the woman of.htm

Letter Lxxxviii. (AD 406. )
... they were delivered from this, you yourselves now suffer from these kings what your
party wished them to suffer; as it is written: "Whoso diggeth a pit for his ...
/.../augustine/the confessions and letters of st/letter lxxxviii a d 406.htm

Diggeth (7 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Diggeth (7 Occurrences). Genesis 26:18 and Isaac
turneth back, and diggeth the wells of water which they ...
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Digging (8 Occurrences)

/d/digging.htm - 9k

Calleth (261 Occurrences)
... Genesis 26:18 and Isaac turneth back, and diggeth the wells of water which they
digged in the days of Abraham his father, which the Philistines do stop after ...
/c/calleth.htm - 35k

Turneth (249 Occurrences)
... Genesis 26:18 and Isaac turneth back, and diggeth the wells of water which they
digged in the days of Abraham his father, which the Philistines do stop after ...
/t/turneth.htm - 38k

Rolling (32 Occurrences)
... nothing. (BBE). Proverbs 26:27 Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein; and
he that rolleth a stone, it shall return upon him. (See RSV). ...
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Rolleth (2 Occurrences)
... (YLT). Proverbs 26:27 Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein: and he that rolleth
a stone, it will return upon him. (KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS). ...
/r/rolleth.htm - 7k

Removeth (27 Occurrences)
... Genesis 26:22 And he removeth from thence, and diggeth another well, and they have
not striven for it, and he calleth its name Enlargements, and saith, 'For ...
/r/removeth.htm - 14k

Enlargement (7 Occurrences)
... Genesis 26:22 And he removeth from thence, and diggeth another well, and they have
not striven for it, and he calleth its name Enlargements, and saith, 'For ...
/e/enlargement.htm - 10k

Enlargements (1 Occurrence)
... Genesis 26:22 And he removeth from thence, and diggeth another well, and they have
not striven for it, and he calleth its name Enlargements, and saith, 'For ...
/e/enlargements.htm - 6k

Digged-wells (1 Occurrence)
Digged-wells. Diggedst, Digged-wells. Diggeth . Multi-Version Concordance ...
(YLT). Diggedst, Digged-wells. Diggeth . Reference Bible.
/d/digged-wells.htm - 6k

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