The term "saidst" is an archaic form of the word "said," commonly found in older English translations of the Bible, such as the King James Version. It is a second person singular past tense form, often used in direct address to God or an individual. While the Berean Standard Bible does not use "saidst," understanding its usage in biblical texts can provide insight into the language and style of earlier translations.

Biblical Context and Usage:

In the context of the Bible, "saidst" is typically used in passages where a speaker recounts or acknowledges something that God or another person has previously stated. This form of address is often found in prayers, dialogues, or recounting of divine promises and commands.

Examples in Scripture:

1. Divine Promises and Covenants:
In recounting God's promises, biblical figures often use "saidst" to remind God of His words. For instance, when King David reflects on God's covenant with him, he might use a form like "Thou saidst" to emphasize the divine promise and its enduring nature.

2. Prayers and Petitions:
In prayers, the use of "saidst" serves to remind God of His past declarations, appealing to His faithfulness. This is seen in the prayers of the patriarchs and prophets, who often invoke God's words as a basis for their petitions.

3. Historical Recollections:
When recounting historical events or divine interventions, biblical narrators might use "saidst" to highlight the authority and truth of God's spoken word. This form underscores the reliability of God's communication with His people.

Theological Significance:

The use of "saidst" in biblical language underscores the importance of God's spoken word in the life of His people. It reflects a deep reverence for the authority and immutability of divine speech. In a conservative Christian viewpoint, this highlights the belief in the inerrancy and trustworthiness of Scripture, as God's words are seen as eternal and unchanging.

Linguistic Considerations:

While modern translations like the Berean Standard Bible opt for contemporary language, understanding terms like "saidst" can enrich one's appreciation of the Bible's literary and historical dimensions. It serves as a reminder of the Bible's transmission through various languages and cultures, preserving the essence of God's communication with humanity.

Conclusion:

The term "saidst," though not used in modern translations like the BSB, remains a valuable part of biblical study for those interested in the history of biblical language and its theological implications. It reflects a time when language was deeply intertwined with reverence and formality in addressing the divine.

Even as Thou Saidst, the Spirit Came,
... PENTECOST Even as Thou saidst, the Spirit came,. 8,8,8,8 tr., John Brownlie. ... I. Even
as Thou saidst, the Spirit came,. In fiery tongues of living flame; ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/brownlie/hymns from the east/even as thou saidst the.htm

That which Thou Saidst in the Beginning of the Creation...
... Book XIII Chapter III That which Thou saidst in the beginning of the
creation? That which Thou saidst in the beginning of the ...
/.../augustine/the confessions of saint augustine/chapter iii that which thou.htm

On the Words of the Gospel, Matt. xi. 2, "Now when John Heard in ...
... Thou stretchedst out the finger, and pointedst Him out; thou saidst, "Behold the
Lamb of God, behold Him who taketh away the sins of the world." Thou saidst ...
/.../sermons on selected lessons of the new testament/sermon xvi on the words.htm

'Seek Ye' --'I Will Seek'
... 'When Thou saidst, Seek ye my face; My heart said unto Thee, Thy face, Lord,
will I seek.9. Hide not Thy face far from me.' "Psalm 27:8, 9. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture j/seek yei will seek.htm

And Jesus Went Out Again from the Borders of Tyre and Sidon...
... [1501] She said unto him, I have no [22] husband. [1502] Jesus said unto her, Thou
saidst well, I have no husband: five husbands hast thou had, and this man ...
/.../hogg/the diatessaron of tatian/section xxi and jesus went.htm

The Twofold Wrestle --God's with Jacob and Jacob's with God
... 'And Jacob said, O God of my father Abraham, and God of my father Isaac, the Lord
which saidst unto me, Return unto thy country, and to thy kindred, and I will ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/the twofold wrestlegods with jacob.htm

Prayer in the Unconverted.
... PRAYER. XLI. Prayer in the Unconverted. "When Thou saidst, Seek ye My face, my
heart said unto Thee, Thy face, Lord, will I seek." "Psalm 27:8. ...
/.../kuyper/the work of the holy spirit/xli prayer in the unconverted.htm

For Behold, O Lord, Our God, Our Creator, when Our Affections have ...
... not now after your kind, as though following your neighbour who went before you,
nor as living after the example of some better man (for Thou saidst not, "Let ...
/.../augustine/the confessions of saint augustine/chapter xxii for behold o.htm

Ceremonies of Baptism and Chrism.
... "Thou wast asked, Dost thou believe in God the Father Almighty? Thou saidst,
I believe, and dippedst thyself, that is, wast buried. ...
/.../cyril/lectures of s cyril of jerusalem/chapter iv ceremonies of baptism and.htm

The Habitation of the Soul
... The manna lies all about us; let us see that we gather it. 'When Thou saidst, Seek
ye My Face, my heart said unto Thee, Thy Face, Lord, will I seek.' When Thou ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture j/the habitation of the soul.htm

Saidst (101 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Saidst (101 Occurrences). Saidst occurs 101 times in 12
translations. You can narrow your search using the Advanced Bible Search. ...
/s/saidst.htm - 6k

Hopeless (4 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 57:10 Thou wast wearied with the length of thy way; yet saidst thou not:
'There is no hope'; thou didst find a renewal of thy strength, therefore thou ...
/h/hopeless.htm - 7k

Deal (170 Occurrences)
... Genesis 32:9 And Jacob said, O God of my father Abraham, and God of my father Isaac,
the LORD which saidst unto me, Return unto thy country, and to thy kindred ...
/d/deal.htm - 40k

Sail (32 Occurrences)

/s/sail.htm - 17k

Quickening (7 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 57:10 Thou wast wearied with the length of thy way; yet saidst thou not,
It is in vain: thou didst find a quickening of thy strength; therefore thou ...
/q/quickening.htm - 9k

Obeyedst (2 Occurrences)
... thee this day. (KJV ASV). Jeremiah 22:21 I spake unto thee in thy prosperity;
but thou saidst, I will not hear. This hath been thy ...
/o/obeyedst.htm - 7k

Leafy (22 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 2:20 For of old time I have broken thy yoke, and burst thy bonds; and thou
saidst, I will not serve; for upon every high hill and under every green ...
/l/leafy.htm - 12k

Walkest (11 Occurrences)
... that thou shalt surely die? and thou saidst unto me, The word that I have
heard is good. (KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS). 1 Kings 16:2 Because ...
/w/walkest.htm - 10k

Wanderest (1 Occurrence)
... Jeremiah 2:20 For of old time I have broken thy yoke, and burst thy bands; and thou
saidst, I will not transgress; when upon every high hill and under every ...
/w/wanderest.htm - 6k

Forewarned (15 Occurrences)
... any whither, thou shalt surely die? and thou saidst unto me, The saying that
I have heard is good. (See JPS). 2 Kings 17:13 Yet Jehovah ...
/f/forewarned.htm - 11k

Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus