The term "reapest" is an archaic form of the verb "reap," which appears in various passages of the Bible, primarily in the context of agriculture and metaphorical teachings. In the Berean Standard Bible , the concept of reaping is often associated with the principles of sowing and harvesting, both in literal and spiritual senses.

Agricultural Context

In the agrarian society of ancient Israel, reaping was a critical part of the agricultural cycle. It involved the gathering of crops that had been sown and cultivated. The process of reaping was not only essential for sustenance but also held significant social and religious implications. For instance, the Law of Moses included specific instructions regarding the harvest, such as leaving the edges of the field for the poor and the foreigner (Leviticus 19:9-10).

Spiritual and Moral Lessons

The Bible frequently uses the concept of reaping to convey spiritual truths and moral lessons. One of the most well-known passages is found in Galatians 6:7-8 : "Do not be deceived: God is not to be mocked. Whatever a man sows, he will reap in return. The one who sows to please his flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; but the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life." This passage underscores the principle of moral causation, emphasizing that actions have consequences, whether for good or ill.

Parables and Teachings of Jesus

Jesus often employed agricultural metaphors in His teachings, including the concept of reaping. In the Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:1-23), Jesus describes different types of soil representing the hearts of people and how they receive the Word of God. The harvest, or reaping, symbolizes the fruitfulness of the Word in a receptive heart. Similarly, in John 4:35-38 , Jesus speaks to His disciples about the spiritual harvest: "Do you not say, 'There are still four months until the harvest'? I tell you, lift up your eyes and look at the fields, for they are ripe for harvest."

Judgment and Eschatology

Reaping is also used in eschatological contexts to describe the final judgment. In Revelation 14:14-16 , the imagery of reaping is employed to depict the end times: "Then I looked and saw a white cloud, and seated on the cloud was One like the Son of Man, with a golden crown on His head and a sharp sickle in His hand. And another angel came out of the temple, calling in a loud voice to the One seated on the cloud, 'Swing Your sickle and reap, because the time has come to harvest; for the crop of the earth is ripe.'"

Conclusion

The concept of reaping in the Bible serves as a powerful metaphor for understanding the principles of divine justice, the importance of spiritual readiness, and the ultimate fulfillment of God's plan. Whether in the context of daily life, spiritual growth, or the final judgment, the act of reaping is a reminder of the inevitable outcomes of human actions and the faithfulness of God's promises.

The Soul is not to Afflict it Self, nor Intermit Prayer, Because ...
... Thou oughtest not then to afflict thy self, nor think that thou reapest no fruit,
because in coming from a Communion or Prayer, thou hast not the experience of ...
/.../the spiritual guide which disentangles the soul/chap iv the soul is.htm

Jesus Christus Unser Heiland. Christ, who Freed Our Souls from ...
... 6. To such grace and mercy turneth Every soul that truly mourneth; Art thou well?
Avoid this board, Else thou reapest an ill reward. 7. Lo! ...
/.../bacon/the hymns of martin luther/xiv jesus christus unser heiland.htm

The Servants and the Pounds.
... which I have kept laid up in a napkin: for I feared thee, because thou art an austere
man: thou takest up that thou layedst not down, and reapest that thou ...
/.../arnot/the parables of our lord/xxx the servants and the.htm

The Parable of the Pounds.
... which I kept laid up in a napkin: for I feared thee, because thou art an austere
man: thou takest up that which thou layedst not down, and reapest that which ...
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Simon Cephas Said unto Him, Our Lord, is it to us that Thou Hast ...
... [2985] And he also that received the one talent came forward and said, My lord,
I knew thee that thou art a severe man, who reapest where thou [33] sowest not ...
/.../hogg/the diatessaron of tatian/section xliii simon cephas said.htm

And when the Ten Heard, they were Moved with Anger against James ...
... 2176] I feared thee, because thou art a hard man, and takest what thou didst not
leave, and seekest [47] what thou didst not give, and reapest what thou didst ...
/.../hogg/the diatessaron of tatian/section xxxi and when the.htm

2 Timothy ii. 7-Jan
... And here with reference to the delay of reward, that no one may be impatient, he
says, thou reapest the fruit already, or there is a reward in the labor itself ...
/.../homily iv 2 timothy ii.htm

Ciii. Zacch??us. Parable of the Pounds. Journey to Jerusalem.
... the ground within their houses]: 21 for I feared thee, because thou art an austere
man: thou takest up that which thou layedst not down, and reapest that which ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/ciii zacchaeus parable of the.htm

Colossians ii. 16-19
... to money? When it is not from free choice and with a readiness of mind,
it is not thou that reapest the honor, but thy wealth. So ...
/.../homily vii colossians ii 16-19.htm

The Tenth Chapter of the Gospel of John. Of the Shepherd, and the ...
... when he said, "Lord, I knew Thee to be a" difficult [4122] or "hard Man, in that
Thou reapest where Thou hast not sowed, and gatherest where Thou hast not ...
/.../sermon lxxxvii the tenth chapter.htm

Reapest (3 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Reapest (3 Occurrences). Luke 19:21 For I feared
thee, because thou art an austere man: thou takest up ...
/r/reapest.htm - 7k

Reapers (15 Occurrences)

/r/reapers.htm - 10k

Layedst (2 Occurrences)
... Luke 19:21 For I feared thee, because thou art an austere man: thou takest up that
thou layedst not down, and reapest that thou didst not sow. (KJV ASV WBS). ...
/l/layedst.htm - 6k

Forgettest (6 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 24:19 When thou reapest thy harvest in thy field, and forgettest a sheaf
in the field, thou shalt not return to fetch it; it shall be for the ...
/f/forgettest.htm - 8k

Forgotten (69 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 24:19 When thou reapest thy harvest in thy field, and hast forgotten
a sheaf in a field, thou dost not turn back to take it; to the sojourner, to ...
/f/forgotten.htm - 28k

Takest (17 Occurrences)
... Luke 19:21 For I feared thee, because thou art an austere man: thou takest up
that thou layedst not down, and reapest that thou didst not sow. ...
/t/takest.htm - 11k

Riddance (2 Occurrences)
... Leviticus 23:22 And when ye reap the harvest of your land, thou shalt not make clean
riddance of the corners of thy field when thou reapest, neither shalt thou ...
/r/riddance.htm - 8k

Reapeth (5 Occurrences)

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Austere (2 Occurrences)
... Luke 19:21 For I feared thee, because thou art an austere man: thou takest up
that thou layedst not down, and reapest that thou didst not sow. ...
/a/austere.htm - 8k

Sowed (20 Occurrences)
... Luke 19:21 For I feared thee because thou art a harsh man: thou takest up what thou
hast not laid down, and thou reapest what thou hast not sowed. (DBY). ...
/s/sowed.htm - 12k

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