The term "owneth" is an archaic form of the verb "own," which means to possess or have ownership of something. In the context of the Bible, the concept of ownership is significant, as it often relates to God's sovereignty, human stewardship, and the responsibilities that come with possessing material and spiritual blessings.

Divine Ownership

The Bible frequently emphasizes that God is the ultimate owner of all creation. Psalm 24:1 declares, "The earth is the LORD’s, and the fullness thereof, the world and all who dwell therein." This verse underscores the belief that everything in the universe belongs to God, and humans are merely stewards of His creation. The concept of divine ownership is foundational to understanding the relationship between God and humanity, as it establishes God's authority and the accountability of humans to Him.

Human Stewardship

While God owns everything, He entrusts humans with the responsibility of stewardship. This is evident in the creation narrative, where God gives Adam and Eve dominion over the earth (Genesis 1:28). The role of a steward is to manage and care for what belongs to another, and in this case, humans are called to manage God's creation according to His will and purposes.

The parable of the talents in Matthew 25:14-30 further illustrates the principle of stewardship. In this parable, a master entrusts his servants with varying amounts of money, expecting them to manage it wisely. The servants who invest and multiply what they have been given are rewarded, while the one who fails to do so is reprimanded. This parable highlights the expectation that humans are to use their God-given resources and abilities for His glory and the advancement of His kingdom.

Material and Spiritual Ownership

The Bible also addresses the concept of ownership in terms of material possessions and spiritual blessings. Proverbs 22:7 states, "The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is slave to the lender." This verse reflects the reality of economic ownership and the power dynamics it creates. It serves as a caution against the dangers of debt and the importance of financial responsibility.

In the New Testament, the idea of spiritual ownership is evident in passages that speak of believers belonging to Christ. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 reminds Christians, "Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies." This passage emphasizes that believers are owned by God through the redemptive work of Christ, and therefore, they are called to live in a manner that honors Him.

Conclusion

The concept of "owneth" in the Bible encompasses both divine ownership and human stewardship. It serves as a reminder of God's ultimate authority over all creation and the responsibility of humans to manage what has been entrusted to them. Whether in terms of material possessions or spiritual blessings, the biblical perspective on ownership calls for a life of faithful stewardship and devotion to God.

Acts xx. 32
... took Paul's girdle, and bound his own hands and feet, and said, Thus saith the Holy
Ghost, So shall the Jews at Jerusalem bind the man that owneth this girdle ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily xlv acts xx 32.htm

Paul in Jerusalem.
... took Paul's girdle, and bound his own hands and feet, and said, thus saith the Holy
Ghost, So shall the Jews at Jerusalem bind the man that owneth this girdle ...
/.../dick/lectures on the acts of the apostles/lecture xxv paul in jerusalem.htm

Here Followeth the History of Job
... all that which he owneth and hath in possession, I will it be in thy hand
and power, but on his person ne body set not thy hand. ...
/.../wells/bible stories and religious classics/here followeth the history of.htm

Drawing Nearer to the Storm
... took Paul's girdle, and bound his own hands and feet, and said, Thus saith the Holy
Ghost, So shall the Jews at Jerusalem bind the man that owneth this girdle ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture the acts/drawing nearer to the storm.htm

Paul's Last Journey to Jerusalem
... took Paul's girdle, and bound his own hands and feet, and said, Thus saith the Holy
Ghost, So shall the Jews at Jerusalem bind the man that owneth this girdle ...
/.../white/the acts of the apostles/lesson 37 pauls last journey.htm

Its Effects.
... "So shall the Jews at Jerusalem bind the man that owneth this girdle, and shall
deliver him into the hands of the Gentiles." Acts 21:11. ...
/.../macneil/the spirit-filled life/chapter xv its effects.htm

2 Cor. I. 6, 7
... For if he who was so high above them owneth himself to have been saved by their
prayers: and that to their prayers himself [414] had been granted as a boon of ...
/.../homilies on the epistles of paul to the corinthians/homily ii 2 cor i.htm

Matt. Iii. 1, 2
... Thus, for instance, both Peter [437] appears to have been "girded," and Paul; for
it saith, "the man that owneth this girdle." [438] And Elijah [439] too was ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on the gospel of saint matthew/homily x matt iii 1.htm

The Barren Fig-Tree;
... God upon himself, and is called and reckoned now, how fruitless soever before God
or men, the man that hath to do with God, the man that God owneth, and will ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/the barren fig-tree.htm

Christian Graces.
... Christ at the day of judgment particularly mentioneth and owneth the least: "Inasmuch
as ye did it not to one of the least." The least then was there, in his ...
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Owneth (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Owneth (2 Occurrences). Acts 21:11 And when he
was come unto us, he took Paul's girdle, and bound his own ...
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Ownership (1 Occurrence)

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Owning (2 Occurrences)

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Girdle (44 Occurrences)
... took Paul's girdle, and bound his own hands and feet, and said, Thus saith the Holy
Ghost, So shall the Jews at Jerusalem bind the man that owneth this girdle ...
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Seemeth (36 Occurrences)
... Leviticus 14:35 And he that owneth the house shall come and tell the priest, saying,
It seemeth to me there is as it were a plague in the house: (KJV JPS ASV ...
/s/seemeth.htm - 18k

Ghost (123 Occurrences)
... took Paul's girdle, and bound his own hands and feet, and said, Thus saith the Holy
Ghost, So shall the Jews at Jerusalem bind the man that owneth this girdle ...
/g/ghost.htm - 39k

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