The term "inhabiteth" is an archaic form of the verb "inhabit," which means to dwell or reside in a place. In the context of the Bible, it often refers to God's presence in the heavens or among His people, as well as the dwelling of people in specific lands or cities. The use of "inhabiteth" is primarily found in older translations of the Bible, but its theological implications remain significant in understanding the nature of God's relationship with His creation and His people.

Divine Presence:

One of the most profound uses of "inhabiteth" in Scripture is in reference to God's dwelling. The Bible frequently speaks of God as the one who inhabits eternity and the heavens. Isaiah 57:15 states, "For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: 'I dwell in a high and holy place, and also with the contrite and lowly of spirit, to revive the spirit of the lowly and to revive the heart of the contrite.'" This passage highlights God's transcendence and immanence, emphasizing His holiness and His intimate involvement with those who are humble and repentant.

God Among His People:

The concept of God inhabiting the praises of His people is another significant theme. Psalm 22:3 declares, "Yet You are holy, enthroned on the praises of Israel." This verse suggests that God is present and active among His people when they worship Him, indicating a special relationship between God and the community of believers. The idea of God inhabiting the praises of His people underscores the importance of worship and the communal aspect of faith.

Human Habitation:

In addition to divine habitation, the Bible also uses the term to describe human dwelling. The Promised Land, for example, is often described as a place where the Israelites would inhabit. Deuteronomy 11:31 says, "For you are about to cross the Jordan to enter and possess the land that the LORD your God is giving you. When you have taken it over and are living there..." This reflects the fulfillment of God's promises and the establishment of His people in a land of their own.

Judgment and Restoration:

The term "inhabiteth" is also used in the context of judgment and restoration. Prophets often spoke of cities and lands that would be desolate due to God's judgment, only to be inhabited again upon restoration. Jeremiah 33:10-11 speaks of the restoration of Jerusalem: "This is what the LORD says: 'You say about this place, "It is a desolate waste, without people or animals." Yet in the towns of Judah and the streets of Jerusalem that are deserted, inhabited by neither people nor animals, there will be heard once more the sounds of joy and gladness, the voices of bride and bridegroom, and the voices of those who bring thank offerings to the house of the LORD, saying, "Give thanks to the LORD Almighty, for the LORD is good; His love endures forever."'"

Eschatological Hope:

In eschatological terms, the concept of God inhabiting the new heavens and the new earth is a source of hope for believers. Revelation 21:3 proclaims, "And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, 'Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be His people, and God Himself will be with them as their God.'" This ultimate fulfillment of God's promise to dwell among His people is a central hope in Christian eschatology, pointing to a future where God and humanity are united in perfect harmony.

In summary, the term "inhabiteth" in the Bible carries rich theological significance, illustrating God's dwelling with His people, the fulfillment of His promises, and the hope of eternal communion with Him.

Man's Greatness and God's Greatness.
... MAN'S GREATNESS AND GOD'S GREATNESS. "For thus saith the High and Lofty One that
inhabiteth Eternity, whose Name is Holy. ... He inhabiteth Eternity. ...
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Psalm XXIX.
... 10. "The Lord inhabiteth the deluge" (ver.10). The Lord therefore first
inhabiteth the deluge of this world in His Saints, kept ...
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Christians, Temples of the Living God
... Even for this, O man, to show thee how the High and Lofty One that inhabiteth eternity,
would make believers hearts his living temple, and dwell and make his ...
/.../selected sermons of george whitefield/christians temples of the living.htm

The Broken and Contrite Heart
... For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy;
I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and ...
/.../kingsley/town and country sermons/sermon xvii the broken and.htm

The Geometry of Prayer
... GEOMETRY OF PRAYER. "Lord, teach us to pray.""Luke 11:1. "The high and lofty
One that inhabiteth eternity.""Isaiah 57:15. I HAVE had ...
/.../whyte/lord teach us to pray/ii the geometry of prayer.htm

Holiness
... God reigneth over the heathen: God sitteth upon the throne of his holiness.""Psa.
47:8. "For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose ...
//christianbookshelf.org/byers/sanctification/chapter ix holiness.htm

We are Drawing Near the End, and to the Highest Conclusions of ...
... true that "none enter the king's gate clothed with sackcloth." Joy and praise have
their dwelling ever within those boundaries; for He inhabiteth the praises ...
/.../jennings/old groans and new songs/chapter xi we are drawing.htm

Religion Pleasant to the Religious.
... has upon our love. He is the Most High, and All-Holy. He inhabiteth eternity:
we are but worms compared with Him. He would not be ...
/.../newman/parochial and plain sermons vol vii/sermon xiv religion pleasant to.htm

Prayer to the Most High
... THE Most High. The High and Lofty One, That inhabiteth eternity, whose Name is
Holy. The King Eternal, Immortal, Invisible, the Only Wise God. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/whyte/lord teach us to pray/xv prayer to the most.htm

Thirteenth Day. Holiness and Humility.
... Thirteenth Day. Holiness and Humility. 'Thus saith the High and Lofty One that
inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy: I dwell in the High and Holy place ...
/.../murray/holy in christ/thirteenth day holiness and humility.htm

Inhabiteth (6 Occurrences)
...Inhabiteth (6 Occurrences). ... (YLT). Job 15:28 And he dwelleth in desolate cities,
and in houses which no man inhabiteth, which are ready to become heaps. ...
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Inhabiting (23 Occurrences)

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Inhabitest (1 Occurrence)

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Inhabit (29 Occurrences)
... NIV). Job 39:28 He inhabiteth the rock and maketh his dwelling on the point
of the cliff, and the fastness: (Root in DBY YLT). Psalms ...
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Fastness (1 Occurrence)
... Fastness (1 Occurrence). Job 39:28 He inhabiteth the rock and maketh his dwelling
on the point of the cliff, and the fastness: (DBY RSV). ...
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Drawest (5 Occurrences)
... Psalms 65:4 O the happiness of 'him whom' Thou choosest, And drawest near, he
inhabiteth Thy courts, We are satisfied with the goodness of Thy house, Thy holy ...
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Destined (25 Occurrences)
... (See NAS RSV). Job 15:28 And he dwelleth in desolate cities, in houses that no man
inhabiteth, which are destined to become heaps. (DBY NAS RSV). ...
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Happiness (54 Occurrences)
... Psalms 65:4 O the happiness of 'him whom' Thou choosest, And drawest near, he
inhabiteth Thy courts, We are satisfied with the goodness of Thy house, Thy holy ...
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Eternity (23 Occurrences)
... Hence, it is so truly spoken in Isaiah 57:15, "Thus saith the high and lofty One
that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy: I dwell in the high and holy ...
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Desiring (108 Occurrences)
... in your eyes; (BBE). Psalms 5:4 For not a God desiring wickedness 'art'
Thou, Evil inhabiteth Thee not. (YLT). Psalms 12:5 Because ...
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