Topical Encyclopedia The term "seeth" is an archaic form of the word "boil," commonly found in older English translations of the Bible. It refers to the process of cooking by boiling in water or other liquids. In the context of the Bible, "seeth" is often used to describe the preparation of food, particularly in the context of sacrificial offerings and dietary laws.Biblical References: 1. Exodus 23:19 : "Bring the best of the firstfruits of your soil to the house of the LORD your God. You must not boil a young goat in its mother’s milk." This command is part of the Mosaic Law and is repeated in Exodus 34:26 and Deuteronomy 14:21. The prohibition against boiling a young goat in its mother's milk is understood as a directive to maintain a separation between life and death, as well as a call to avoid pagan practices that were common among neighboring cultures. 2. Leviticus 8:31 : "And Moses said to Aaron and his sons, 'Boil the meat at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting and eat it there with the bread from the basket of ordination offerings, as I commanded: Aaron and his sons are to eat it.'" This passage describes the ordination of Aaron and his sons as priests. The boiling of the meat is part of the ritual consumption of the sacrificial offerings, signifying the sanctification and consecration of the priests. 3. 1 Samuel 2:13-14 : "Now it was the custom of the priests with the people that whenever any man offered a sacrifice, the priest’s servant would come with a three-pronged fork while the meat was boiling and plunge it into the pan, kettle, cauldron, or pot. Whatever the fork brought up, the priest would take for himself. This is how they treated all the Israelites who came to Shiloh." This passage highlights the corrupt practices of Eli's sons, who abused their priestly privileges by taking portions of the sacrificial meat for themselves before the fat was burned, contrary to the prescribed order. Theological Significance: The use of "seeth" in the Bible often underscores the importance of obedience to God's commandments regarding sacrificial practices and dietary laws. These laws were given to the Israelites to set them apart as a holy people, distinct from the surrounding nations. The specific prohibition against boiling a young goat in its mother's milk has been interpreted by Jewish and Christian scholars as a call to ethical treatment of animals and a rejection of pagan rituals. In a broader theological context, the act of boiling or cooking sacrificial meat can be seen as a symbol of purification and preparation. Just as the physical act of boiling transforms raw meat into something consumable, the spiritual act of obedience transforms the believer, aligning them with God's will and purpose. Cultural Context: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, cooking methods such as boiling were common, and the preparation of food was often imbued with religious significance. The Israelites, living among various pagan cultures, were given specific instructions to ensure that their practices remained distinct and reflective of their covenant relationship with Yahweh. The dietary laws, including those involving boiling, served as daily reminders of their identity as God's chosen people. The term "seeth" thus carries with it not only the practical implications of food preparation but also the deeper spiritual and cultural meanings embedded in the life of the Israelite community. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (v.) imp. of Seethe.Strong's Hebrew 7613. seeth -- exaltation, dignity, swelling, uprising... seeth. 7614 . exaltation, dignity, swelling, uprising. Transliteration: seeth Phonetic Spelling: (seh-ayth') Short Definition: swelling. ... seeth. 7614 . ... /hebrew/7613.htm - 6k 7210. roi -- looking, seeing, sight Library An Enlarged Soul that Seeth all the World Praising God "God Seeth all Our Living a Penance: for Nature-Longing of Our ... July 26. "Now Mine Eye Seeth Thee" (Job Xlii. 5). The Righteous Shall Rejoice when He Seeth the Vengeance On the Words of the Gospel, John v. 19, "The Son Can do Nothing of ... John Chapter xii. 44-50 John Chapter xiv. 7-10. Psalm CXLII. The Shepherd Boy of Bethlehem. John Chapter v. 20-23 Thesaurus Seeth (412 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance Seeth (412 Occurrences). Seeth appears 412 times in 12 translations. 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