The term "presenteth" is an archaic form of the verb "present," which appears in various contexts throughout the Bible. It generally refers to the act of bringing, offering, or showing something before someone, often in a formal or ceremonial manner. In the biblical context, this term is frequently associated with offerings, sacrifices, and the presentation of oneself or others before God.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, the concept of presenting offerings and sacrifices is central to the worship practices of the Israelites. The Law of Moses provided detailed instructions on how offerings were to be presented to the Lord. For instance, in Leviticus, the Israelites are instructed on the proper way to present burnt offerings, grain offerings, and peace offerings. The act of presenting these offerings was a way for the people to express their devotion, seek atonement, and maintain a covenant relationship with God.

One notable example is found in Leviticus 1:3 : "If his offering is a burnt offering from the herd, he is to present an unblemished male; he must present it at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, that he may be accepted by the LORD." Here, the act of presenting an unblemished offering signifies the worshiper's desire to offer something pure and acceptable to God.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the concept of presenting takes on a more spiritual dimension. Believers are called to present themselves as living sacrifices to God, reflecting a life of holiness and service. Romans 12:1 states, "Therefore I urge you, brothers, on account of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, which is your spiritual service of worship." This passage emphasizes the idea that the believer's life, actions, and body are to be dedicated to God as an act of worship.

The New Testament also speaks of presenting others before God. In Ephesians 5:27 , Paul writes about Christ's relationship with the Church: "and to present her to Himself as a glorious church, without stain or wrinkle or any such blemish, but holy and blameless." This imagery highlights the transformative work of Christ in preparing the Church to be presented to Himself in purity and holiness.

Theological Significance

The act of presenting in the biblical sense is deeply rooted in the relationship between God and His people. It signifies acknowledgment of God's sovereignty, a desire for communion with Him, and a commitment to live according to His will. The presentation of offerings in the Old Testament foreshadows the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who presented Himself as the perfect offering for the sins of humanity.

In the life of a believer, presenting oneself to God involves a continual process of sanctification, where one seeks to live a life that is pleasing to God. This involves not only external actions but also the internal transformation of the heart and mind, aligning one's life with the teachings of Scripture and the example of Christ.

Practical Application

For contemporary Christians, the concept of presenting oneself to God is a call to live a life of intentional devotion and service. It involves daily decisions to honor God in thoughts, words, and deeds, and to offer one's talents, time, and resources for His glory. The believer is encouraged to approach God with a heart of gratitude, seeking to present a life that reflects His love and truth to the world.

John xx. 24, 25
... Jesus again presenteth himself to them, and waiteth not to be requested by Thomas,
nor to hear any such thing, but before he had spoken, Himself prevented him ...
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Jesus Answered and Said unto Him, Get Thee Hence...
... servants knew, because they filled up the water), the ruler of the company called
[31] the bridegroom, [414] and said unto him, Every man presenteth first the ...
/.../hogg/the diatessaron of tatian/section v jesus answered and.htm

A Treatise of the Fear of God;
... of God. The text, you see, presenteth us with matter of greatest moment,
to wit, with God, and with the fear of him. First they ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/a treatise of the fear.htm

"Christ is Our Way" --"Mankind Shall be Restored from Double Death ...
... For I saw that Christ, us all having in Him that shall be saved by Him, worshipfully
presenteth His Father in heaven with us; which present full thankfully His ...
/.../julian/revelations of divine love/chapter lv christ is our.htm

Ode viii.
... Slaves are set free, and captives ransomed: The Nature that He made at first. He
now presenteth to the FATHER,. The chains of her damnation burst: ...
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Psalm LIV.
... Let them that have been Ziphites take heed: let us see those whom to us the Psalm
presenteth to be understood by the occasion of those same men. ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm liv.htm

Of those who Pretend to Patience but Excite their Brethren to ...
... from one's own: and against such persons the prophet's curse is with good reason
directed: "Woe to him that giveth drink to his friend, and presenteth his gall ...
/.../cassian/the conferences of john cassian/chapter xviii of those who.htm

Light for them that Sit in Darkness;
... Having thus therefore gathered up their minds to hearken, he presenteth them with
his errand"to wit, that the Messiah was come, and that the promise was ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/light for them that sit.htm

Tiglath-Pileser iii. And the Organisation of the Assyrian Empire ...
... And it shall come to pass, when Moab presenteth himself, when he wearieth himself
upon the high place, and shall come to his sanctuary to pray, he shall not ...
/.../chapter iitiglath-pileser iii and the.htm

A Case of Conscience Resolved
... so every one also that shall in such meetings be the mouth of the whole, to God,
ministereth so, doctrine to that assembly, as well as presenteth petitions to ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/a case of conscience resolved.htm

Presenteth (10 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Presenteth (10 Occurrences). John 2:10 And saith
to him, Every man at the beginning presenteth good wine ...
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Presenting (16 Occurrences)

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Presented (114 Occurrences)
... Leviticus 7:8 And as to the priest that presenteth any man's burnt-offering, the
skin of the burnt-offering which he hath presented shall be the priest's for ...
/p/presented.htm - 37k

Voluntary (17 Occurrences)
... sons, and unto all the children of Israel, and say unto them, Whatever man of the
house of Israel, or of the sojourners in Israel, that presenteth his offering ...
/v/voluntary.htm - 14k

Wearied (36 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 16:12 And it shall come to pass, when Moab presenteth himself, when he wearieth
himself upon the high place, and shall come to his sanctuary to pray ...
/w/wearied.htm - 17k

Wearieth (4 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 16:12 And it shall come to pass, when Moab presenteth himself, when he wearieth
himself upon the high place, and shall come to his sanctuary to pray ...
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Drank (70 Occurrences)
... John 2:10 And saith to him, Every man at the beginning presenteth good wine; and
when men have well drank, then that which is worse: but thou hast kept the ...
/d/drank.htm - 28k

Slaughtereth (13 Occurrences)
... an ox, smiteth a man; he that sacrificeth a lamb, breaketh a dog's neck; he that
offereth an oblation, it is as swine's blood; he that presenteth a memorial of ...
/s/slaughtereth.htm - 10k

Priest's (75 Occurrences)
... Leviticus 7:8 And as to the priest that presenteth any man's burnt-offering, the
skin of the burnt-offering which he hath presented shall be the priest's for ...
/p/priest's.htm - 29k

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