The term "settlest" is an archaic form of the verb "settle," which appears in various contexts throughout the Bible. It generally conveys the idea of establishing, placing, or making something stable or secure. In the scriptural context, it often refers to God's actions in establishing His people, His creation, or His divine order.

Divine Establishment and Providence

In the Bible, God is frequently depicted as the one who "settles" His people, providing them with a place of rest and security. This is seen in the context of the Israelites entering the Promised Land, where God fulfills His promise to Abraham by settling his descendants in a land flowing with milk and honey. The act of settling is not merely physical but also spiritual, as God establishes His covenant with His people, ensuring their spiritual well-being and prosperity.

Psalm 68:6 states, "God settles the lonely in families; He leads the prisoners out to prosperity, but the rebellious dwell in a sun-scorched land." Here, the term "settles" reflects God's compassionate nature, as He provides a place and community for the lonely and delivers those in bondage, contrasting the fate of the rebellious.

Creation and Order

The concept of settling is also evident in the creation narrative, where God establishes the heavens and the earth. In Genesis, God brings order out of chaos, setting the celestial bodies in their places and establishing the earth as a dwelling place for humanity. This divine act of settling underscores God's sovereignty and the intentional design of His creation.

Spiritual Stability

In a spiritual sense, the idea of settling can refer to the establishment of one's faith and life in accordance with God's will. Believers are encouraged to be rooted and grounded in their faith, allowing God to settle their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. This spiritual settling is a process of sanctification, where the believer's life is aligned with God's purposes, resulting in peace and stability.

1 Peter 5:10 offers encouragement: "And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you." The term "establish" here is akin to settling, indicating God's role in providing spiritual stability and strength to His followers.

Eschatological Fulfillment

The ultimate fulfillment of God's settling work is seen in the eschatological hope of the new heavens and the new earth. Revelation describes a future where God will dwell with His people, and they will be permanently settled in His presence. This eternal settlement is the culmination of God's redemptive plan, where His people will experience everlasting peace and security.

In summary, the concept of "settlest" in the Bible encompasses God's actions in establishing His creation, His people, and His divine order. It reflects His providence, sovereignty, and the ultimate hope of eternal stability in His presence.

Psalm 99
... is holy) let them bless. ^4The king's strength also judgment loves; thou settlest
equity: Just judgment thou dost execute. in Jacob righteously. ...
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The Water of Life;
... 'Thou waterest the ridges thereof abundantly: thou settlest the furrows thereof:
thou makes it soft with showers: thou blessest the springing thereof' (Psalm 65 ...
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Settlest (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Settlest (1 Occurrence). Psalms 65:10 Thou waterest
the ridges thereof abundantly: thou settlest the furrows ...
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Waterest (3 Occurrences)
... Psalms 65:10 Thou waterest the ridges thereof abundantly: thou settlest the furrows
thereof: thou makest it soft with showers: thou blessest the springing ...
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Watering (21 Occurrences)
... Psalms 65:10 Thou waterest its furrows abundantly; Thou settlest the ridges thereof:
Thou makest it soft with showers; Thou blessest the springing thereof. ...
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Blessest (5 Occurrences)
... Psalms 65:10 Thou waterest the ridges thereof abundantly: thou settlest the furrows
thereof: thou makest it soft with showers: thou blessest the springing ...
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Settles (4 Occurrences)

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Springing (16 Occurrences)
... Psalms 65:10 Thou waterest the ridges thereof abundantly: thou settlest the furrows
thereof: thou makest it soft with showers: thou blessest the springing ...
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Settleth (1 Occurrence)

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Settling (3 Occurrences)
... Psalms 65:10 Thou waterest its furrows abundantly; Thou settlest the ridges thereof:
Thou makest it soft with showers; Thou blessest the springing thereof. ...
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Makest (68 Occurrences)
... Psalms 65:10 Thou waterest the ridges thereof abundantly: thou settlest the furrows
thereof: thou makest it soft with showers: thou blessest the springing ...
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Settle (63 Occurrences)
... Psalms 65:10 Thou waterest the ridges thereof abundantly: thou settlest the furrows
thereof: thou makest it soft with showers: thou blessest the springing ...
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