The term "embraceth" is an archaic form of the verb "embrace," which appears in various contexts throughout the Bible. It generally signifies a physical act of holding or clasping someone or something closely, often conveying affection, acceptance, or support. In a broader spiritual and metaphorical sense, it can also denote the acceptance of wisdom, righteousness, or divine truth.

Physical Embrace:

In the Bible, physical embraces are often expressions of familial love, reconciliation, or deep emotional connection. For instance, in Genesis 33:4, Esau embraces Jacob upon their reunion, signifying forgiveness and reconciliation: "But Esau ran to meet Jacob and embraced him; he threw his arms around his neck and kissed him. And they wept." This act of embracing underscores the restoration of a broken relationship and the power of forgiveness.

Embrace of Wisdom and Righteousness:

The concept of embracing extends beyond the physical to the spiritual realm, where it is often associated with the pursuit of wisdom and righteousness. Proverbs 4:8 encourages the embrace of wisdom: "Prize her, and she will exalt you; if you embrace her, she will honor you." Here, wisdom is personified and depicted as a noble companion whose embrace leads to honor and exaltation. This metaphorical use highlights the value of wisdom as a guiding principle in life.

Embrace of Faith and Truth:

In the New Testament, the embrace of faith and truth is a recurring theme. Believers are called to hold fast to the teachings of Christ and the apostles. In 1 Thessalonians 5:21, Paul exhorts the church to "test all things; hold fast to what is good." This call to embrace what is good reflects a commitment to discernment and adherence to divine truth.

Embrace in the Context of Love:

The embrace is also a powerful symbol of love and unity within the Christian community. In Romans 16:16, Paul instructs the believers to "Greet one another with a holy kiss," an act that can be seen as an embrace of fellowship and mutual affection among the members of the body of Christ. This expression of love and unity is foundational to the Christian ethos, emphasizing the importance of community and relational bonds.

Embrace of God's Promises:

The faithful are encouraged to embrace the promises of God, trusting in His faithfulness and provision. Hebrews 11:13 speaks of the patriarchs who "embraced the promises" of God, even though they did not see them fulfilled in their lifetime. This embrace of divine promises is an act of faith, demonstrating trust in God's ultimate plan and timing.

In summary, the concept of "embraceth" in the Bible encompasses a range of meanings, from physical acts of affection to the spiritual acceptance of wisdom, truth, and divine promises. It serves as a powerful metaphor for the relational and spiritual dynamics that define the life of faith.

Concerning the True Foundation of Knowledge.
... towards him, make his heart tender, and ready to receive any impression; and so
(not having then a distinct discerning) through forwardness embraceth any thing ...
/.../proposition i concerning the true.htm

Song of Consolation.
... us, To joy He turns our every pain, To laughter turns what grieves us; To Him it
is a simple art, He soon doth help to him impart Whom He with love embraceth. ...
/.../gerhardt/paul gerhardts spiritual songs/song of consolation.htm

Of Loving Jesus Above all Things
... lasting. He who cleaveth to created things will fall with their slipperiness;
but he who embraceth Jesus will stand upright for ever. ...
/.../kempis/imitation of christ/chapter vii of loving jesus.htm

Of the Diverse Motions of Nature and of Grace
... name of Jesus. 7. "Nature loveth ease and bodily quiet; Grace cannot be
unemployed, but gladly embraceth labour. 8. "Nature seeketh ...
/.../kempis/imitation of christ/chapter liv of the diverse.htm

Psalm LXVI.
... jubilate. The Catholic Church embraceth the whole: whosoever holdeth a part
and from the whole is cut off, should howl, not jubilate. ...
/.../augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm lxvi.htm

The Honoured Guest
... on his good fortune. A woman, when she embraceth her first-born child,
will dote on him with exquisite fondness. Shall no strong ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 61 1915/the honoured guest.htm

A Sermon of the Reverend Father Master Hugh Latimer, Preached in ...
... He hath first a busy work to bring his parishioners to a right faith, as Paul calleth
it, and not a swerving faith; but to a faith that embraceth Christ, and ...
/.../latimer/sermons on the card and other discourses/a sermon of the reverend.htm

"By the Assay of this Falling we Shall have an High Marvellous ...
... Dame! and weep awhile; and then she leapeth forth laughing, with outspread
arms, and embraceth and kisseth him, and wipeth his eyes. ...
/.../julian/revelations of divine love/chapter lxi by the assay.htm

In the Beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God...
... is mighty,. And holy is his name. [51] [135] And his mercy embraceth them who
fear him,. Throughout the ages and the times. [52] [Arabic ...
/.../hogg/the diatessaron of tatian/section i in the beginning.htm

David's Strength
... thee. Great plagues remain for the ungodly. But whoso putteth his trust in
the Lord, mercy embraceth him on every side.'. For understand ...
//christianbookshelf.org/kingsley/david/sermon ii davids strength.htm

Embraceth (2 Occurrences)
...Embraceth (2 Occurrences). ... Genesis 33:4 and Esau runneth to meet him, and embraceth
him, and falleth on his neck, and kisseth him, and they weep; (YLT). ...
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Kisseth (14 Occurrences)
... Genesis 29:13 And it cometh to pass, when Laban heareth the report of Jacob his
sister's son, that he runneth to meet him, and embraceth him, and kisseth him ...
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Runneth (36 Occurrences)
... Genesis 29:13 And it cometh to pass, when Laban heareth the report of Jacob his
sister's son, that he runneth to meet him, and embraceth him, and kisseth him ...
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Falleth (119 Occurrences)
... Genesis 33:4 and Esau runneth to meet him, and embraceth him, and falleth
on his neck, and kisseth him, and they weep; (YLT). Genesis ...
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Recounteth (13 Occurrences)
... Genesis 29:13 And it cometh to pass, when Laban heareth the report of Jacob his
sister's son, that he runneth to meet him, and embraceth him, and kisseth him ...
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Embraces (2 Occurrences)

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Embracing (4 Occurrences)

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Bringeth (313 Occurrences)
... Genesis 29:13 And it cometh to pass, when Laban heareth the report of Jacob his
sister's son, that he runneth to meet him, and embraceth him, and kisseth him ...
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Report (127 Occurrences)
... Genesis 29:13 And it cometh to pass, when Laban heareth the report of Jacob his
sister's son, that he runneth to meet him, and embraceth him, and kisseth him ...
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Heareth (137 Occurrences)
... Genesis 29:13 And it cometh to pass, when Laban heareth the report of Jacob his
sister's son, that he runneth to meet him, and embraceth him, and kisseth him ...
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