The term "overpast" is an archaic English word that appears in some translations of the Bible, often conveying the idea of something that has passed by or is no longer present. In the context of Scripture, it is used to describe events, times, or conditions that have come to an end or have been surpassed.

Biblical Usage:

In the Berean Standard Bible , the term "overpast" is not directly used; however, the concept is present in various passages where the idea of something being completed or having passed is conveyed. The term is more commonly found in older translations such as the King James Version (KJV).

Theological Significance:

1. Divine Deliverance: The concept of something being "overpast" often relates to God's deliverance of His people from trials or judgments. For instance, in the context of the Passover, the angel of death "passed over" the houses of the Israelites, sparing them from the plague that struck Egypt (Exodus 12:13). This event signifies God's protection and the end of a period of suffering for His people.

2. Temporal Nature of Trials: The idea that trials and tribulations are temporary and will eventually be "overpast" is a recurring theme in Scripture. Believers are encouraged to endure hardships with the understanding that they are transient and that God's promises of restoration and peace will ultimately prevail.

3. Fulfillment of Prophecy: Prophetic events are often described in terms of being fulfilled or "overpast." This reflects the belief that God's word is certain and that His plans will come to fruition in His perfect timing. The completion of these events serves as a testament to God's sovereignty and faithfulness.

Related Scriptures:

· Psalm 57:1 : "Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful, for in You my soul takes refuge. In the shadow of Your wings I will take shelter until the danger has passed." This verse captures the essence of seeking God's protection until the threat is "overpast."

· Isaiah 26:20 : "Go, my people, enter your rooms and shut your doors behind you. Hide yourselves a little while until the wrath has passed." Here, the instruction to wait until the wrath is "overpast" underscores the temporary nature of divine judgment and the assurance of eventual safety.

Practical Application:

For believers, the concept of "overpast" serves as a reminder of the transient nature of earthly struggles and the enduring hope found in God's promises. It encourages a perspective of faith and patience, trusting that God will bring His purposes to completion and that current difficulties will eventually give way to His peace and restoration.

That Out of the Children of the Night and of the Darkness ...
... word is a lamp unto my feet." [1243] Hope and endure until the night,"the mother
of the wicked,"until the anger of the Lord be overpast, [1244] whereof we ...
/.../augustine/the confessions and letters of st/chapter xiv that out of the.htm

May 7 Morning
... Come, my people, enter thou into thy chambers, and shut thy doors about thee: hide
thyself as it were for a little moment, until the indignation be overpast. ...
/.../anonymous/daily light on the daily path/may 7 morning.htm

Strong Faith in a Faithful God
... "My soul trusteth in thee; yea, in the shadow of thy wings will I make my refuge,
until these calamities be overpast." Thus he solaces himself by faith in his ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 61 1915/strong faith in a faithful.htm

This Affection the Martyrs of Christ Contending for the Truth did ...
... the Martyrs of Christ contending for the truth did overcome: and it is no marvel
that they despised that whereof they should, when death was overpast, have no ...
/.../augustine/on care to be had for the dead /10 this affection the martyrs.htm

Letter iv to the Prior and Monks of the Grand Chartreuse
... Happy those whom He has hidden in His tabernacle in the day of evil men; they shall
trust in the shadow of His wings until the iniquity be overpast. ...
/.../some letters of saint bernard abbot of clairvaux/letter iv to the prior.htm

On the Contemplation of Human Misery
... Therefore must we be patient, and wait for the mercy of God, until this tyranny
be overpast, and this mortality be swallowed up of life. ...
/.../kempis/imitation of christ/chapter xxii on the contemplation.htm

How when Tribulation Cometh we must Call Upon and Bless God
... weighed down. Therefore I ought to bear, would that it be with patience,
until the tempest be overpast and comfort return. Yet is ...
/.../kempis/imitation of christ/chapter xxix how when tribulation.htm

Sunday after Ascension Day. These all Confessed that they were ...
... Heavenward Death shall lead at last,. To the home where I would be,. All my sorrows
overpast,. I shall triumph there with Thee,. Jesus, who hast gone before,. ...
/.../lyra germanica the christian year/sunday after ascension day these.htm

Behold, I Too Say, O My God, Where Art Thou? See...
... Lord; His word is a lanthorn unto thy feet: hope and endure, until the night, the
mother of the wicked, until the wrath of the Lord, be overpast, whereof we ...
/.../augustine/the confessions of saint augustine/chapter xiv behold i too.htm

Rest for Weary Souls.
... And the flood increases fast; Open, LORD, and take me in,. Till the storm be overpast.
Safely lodged within thy breast,. What a wondrous change I find! ...
//christianbookshelf.org/newton/olney hymns/hymn 14 rest for weary.htm

Overpast (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Overpast (2 Occurrences). Psalms 57:1 Be merciful
unto me, O God, be merciful unto me: for my soul trusteth ...
/o/overpast.htm - 7k

Overpayment (1 Occurrence)

/o/overpayment.htm - 6k

Overpassed (1 Occurrence)

/o/overpassed.htm - 6k

Trusteth (30 Occurrences)
... unto me, O God, be merciful unto me: for my soul trusteth in thee: yea, in the shadow
of thy wings will I make my refuge, until these calamities be overpast. ...
/t/trusteth.htm - 14k

Calamities (16 Occurrences)
... unto me, O God, be merciful unto me: for my soul trusteth in thee: yea, in the shadow
of thy wings will I make my refuge, until these calamities be overpast. ...
/c/calamities.htm - 11k

Al-taschith (4 Occurrences)
... to me, O God, be merciful to me: for my soul trusteth in thee: yes, in the shadow
of thy wings will I make my refuge, until these calamities are overpast. ...
/a/al-taschith.htm - 8k

Gracious (106 Occurrences)
... unto me, O God, be gracious unto me; for my soul taketh refuge in thee: yea, in
the shadow of thy wings do I take refuge, until the calamities be overpast. ...
/g/gracious.htm - 37k

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