The term "liftest" is an archaic form of the verb "lift," commonly found in older English translations of the Bible, such as the King James Version. It is used to describe the action of raising or elevating something or someone. In the context of Scripture, "liftest" often conveys themes of divine intervention, worship, and the exaltation of God or His people.

Biblical Usage and Themes

1. Divine Intervention and Protection: The act of lifting is frequently associated with God's intervention on behalf of His people. In Psalm 3:3 , the psalmist declares, "But You, O LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, and the One who lifts my head." Here, "liftest" signifies God's role in providing protection and restoring dignity to the believer, lifting them from a state of despair or defeat.

2. Worship and Praise: Lifting is also an expression of worship and reverence towards God. In Psalm 134:2 , the faithful are encouraged to "Lift up your hands in the sanctuary and bless the LORD." This physical act of lifting hands symbolizes an offering of praise and a gesture of surrender to God's sovereignty.

3. Exaltation and Honor: The concept of lifting is tied to the exaltation of God and His people. In Psalm 75:6-7 , it is written, "For exaltation comes neither from east nor west, nor out of the desert, but it is God who judges; He brings one down and exalts another." Here, the lifting up of individuals is depicted as an act of divine judgment and favor, emphasizing God's ultimate authority in bestowing honor.

4. Moral and Spiritual Elevation: The lifting of one's soul or spirit is a recurring theme, reflecting a desire for moral and spiritual elevation. In Psalm 25:1 , David prays, "To You, O LORD, I lift up my soul." This lifting is an act of devotion and trust, seeking God's guidance and presence in one's life.

5. Judgment and Accountability: The term is also used in contexts of judgment and accountability. In Deuteronomy 27:15 , the Israelites are warned, "Cursed is the man who makes a carved idol or molten image—an abomination to the LORD, the work of the hands of a craftsman—and sets it up in secret." The act of lifting or setting up an idol is condemned, highlighting the seriousness of idolatry and the call to exclusive worship of the one true God.

Theological Implications

The use of "liftest" in Scripture underscores the dynamic relationship between God and His people. It reflects God's active role in the lives of believers, whether through protection, exaltation, or judgment. The act of lifting, whether by God or by His followers, is deeply intertwined with themes of worship, trust, and divine authority. Through these actions, the faithful are reminded of their dependence on God and His power to transform and elevate their lives according to His will.

Ode viii.
... Be by all adored: Thou That liftest up our horn,. Holy art Thou, LORD! ... Adam's race
restored: Thou That liftest up our horn,. Holy art Thou, LORD! ...
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Ode iii.
... Be the strain outpoured! Thou That liftest up our horn,. Holy art Thou, LORD! ... Being
GOD adored,. Thou That liftest up our horn,. Holy art Thou, LORD! ...
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The Beginning and End of Wisdom
... If thou incline thine ear to wisdom, and apply thine heart to understanding; yea,
if thou criest after wisdom, and liftest up thy voice for understanding; then ...
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Methodius' Derivation of the Word virginity: Wholly
... whether thou hast thy name, signifying virtue, because thou art worthy of being
chosen [2707] for thyself, or because thou raisest [2708] and liftest up to ...
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Practical Observations.
... thy Savior a portion of gall; while thou despisest his poor servants, thou spittest
in his face; while thou puttest on thy proud dresses, and liftest up thy ...
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That Many Good Gifts are Bestowed Upon those who Communicate ...
... For Thou pourest into them much consolation against all sorts of tribulation, and
out of the deep of their own misery Thou liftest them up to the hope of Thy ...
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Various Relations of the Logos to Men.
... To this opinion they were led by a passage in Deuteronomy which is somewhat on this
wise: [4667] "Lest when thou liftest up thine eyes to heaven, and seest the ...
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When I Shall with My Whole Self Cleave to Thee...
... of Thee. But now since whom Thou fillest, Thou liftest up, because I am
not full of Thee I am a burden to myself. Lamentable joys ...
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On the Misery of Human Life.
... of Thee. But now since he whom Thou fillest is the one Thou liftest up,
I am a burden to myself, as not being full of Thee. Joys ...
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How the Preacher, when He Has Accomplished all Aright, Should ...
... proud, For that thou art more beautiful, go down, and sleep with the uncircumcised
(Ezekiel 32:19): as if it were plainly said, Because thou liftest thyself up ...
/.../leo/writings of leo the great/part iv how the preacher.htm

Liftest (9 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Liftest (9 Occurrences). ... (ASV JPS). Job 11:15 For then
thou liftest up thy face from blemish, And thou hast been firm, and fearest not. ...
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Deliverest (7 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 22:49 And that bringeth me forth from mine enemies: Yea, thou liftest me
up above them that rise up against me; Thou deliverest me from the violent man ...
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Rescued (49 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 22:49 And that bringeth me forth from mine enemies; yea, Thou liftest me
up above them that rise up against me; Thou deliverest me from the violent man ...
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Lifter (3 Occurrences)

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Fearest (10 Occurrences)
... the host: (WBS). Job 11:15 For then thou liftest up thy face from blemish,
And thou hast been firm, and fearest not. (YLT). Isaiah 7 ...
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Recite (5 Occurrences)
... (WEB NIV). Psalms 50:16 And to the wicked hath God said: What to thee -- to recount
My statutes? That thou liftest up My covenant on thy mouth? (See RSV NIV). ...
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Recount (39 Occurrences)
... Psalms 50:16 And to the wicked hath God said: What to thee -- to recount My statutes?
That thou liftest up My covenant on thy mouth? (YLT). ...
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Rescueth (5 Occurrences)
... Psalms 18:48 He rescueth me from mine enemies; Yea, thou liftest me up above them
that rise up against me; Thou deliverest me from the violent man. (ASV). ...
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Dissolvest (1 Occurrence)
... Dissolvest (1 Occurrence). Job 30:22 Thou liftest me up to the wind; thou causest
me to ride upon it, and dissolvest my substance. (KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS). ...
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Delivers (38 Occurrences)
... Psalms 18:48 He delivereth me from mine enemies; yea, Thou liftest me up above them
that rise up against me; Thou deliverest me from the violent man. (See NAS). ...
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