The term "stoodest" is an archaic form of the verb "stand," often found in older translations of the Bible. It is used to describe a position of standing, often implying firmness, readiness, or presence in a particular situation. In the context of the Bible, "stoodest" can denote both physical and metaphorical standing, reflecting a person's stance in faith, obedience, or confrontation.

Biblical Usage:

1. Standing in Faith and Obedience:
The concept of standing firm in faith is a recurring theme throughout the Scriptures. In Ephesians 6:13-14 , believers are exhorted to "stand firm" in the armor of God, indicating a spiritual readiness and resilience against evil. Although the Berean Standard Bible does not use the term "stoodest," the idea is consistent with the call to remain steadfast in one's faith.

2. Standing Before God:
The act of standing before God is significant in the Bible, symbolizing reverence, accountability, and readiness to serve. In the Old Testament, prophets and leaders often "stood" before the Lord to receive His commands or to intercede for the people. For example, in 1 Kings 17:1, Elijah the prophet declares, "As the LORD, the God of Israel, lives, before whom I stand..." This indicates his role as a servant and messenger of God.

3. Standing in Judgment:
The imagery of standing is also used in the context of judgment. In Revelation 20:12 , John describes the scene of the final judgment: "And I saw the dead, great and small, standing before the throne, and books were opened." Here, "standing" signifies being present and accountable before God's judgment seat.

4. Standing in Battle:
The Bible often uses the imagery of standing in the context of spiritual warfare. In 2 Chronicles 20:17 , the Israelites are told, "You need not fight this battle. Take your positions, stand firm, and see the salvation of the LORD on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem." This passage highlights the importance of standing firm in trust and reliance on God's deliverance.

Theological Implications:

The use of "stoodest" and its related forms in the Bible underscores the importance of a firm and unwavering stance in one's spiritual life. It reflects a posture of readiness, whether in worship, obedience, or spiritual conflict. The act of standing is not passive but involves active engagement with God's will and purposes.

In summary, while the specific term "stoodest" may not appear in modern translations like the Berean Standard Bible, its essence is captured in the broader biblical narrative of standing firm in faith, standing before God, and standing in the face of trials and judgment. This concept is integral to understanding the believer's role in God's redemptive plan and the call to live a life of steadfast faith and obedience.

Quinquagesima Sunday. And Jesus Said unto Him, Receive Thy Sight ...
... For it was said to me,. "O poor blind man, be of good cheer,. Rejoice, He calleth
thee.". I felt, Lord, that Thou stoodest still,. Groping Thy feet I sought,. ...
/.../lyra germanica the christian year/quinquagesima sunday and jesus said.htm

The Witness of Balaam to Israel
... And Balaam said unto the angel of the LORD, I have sinned; for I knew not that thou
stoodest in the way against me: now therefore, if it displease thee, I will ...
/.../various/select masterpieces of biblical literature/ii the witness of balaam.htm

The Master.
... Yes! thou poor weeping, disconsolate one, "The Master calleth for thee." Thee
individually, as if thou stoodest the alone sufferer in a vast world. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/macduff/memories of bethany/x the master.htm

On Pilgrimages.
... if thou keepest thine inner man full of wicked thoughts, even if thou wast on Golgotha,
even if thou wast on the Mount of Olives, even if thou stoodest on the ...
/.../gregory/gregory of nyssa dogmatic treatises etc/on pilgrimages.htm

General Service to a Nun-Martyr.
... Whilst thou stoodest before the judgment seat of thy tormentor, thou hast, O glorious
(mentioned try name), preached Christ as the Creator of all and Master ...
/.../anonymous/the general menaion/chapter xxiv general service to.htm

Rom. Iv. 1, 2
... "And was it not possible," one might say, "from his faith to learn the goodness
of his soul?" Yes, it was possible but thou stoodest in need of this addition ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily viii rom iv 1.htm

General Service to John, Precursor, Prophet and Baptist of the ...
... Thou stoodest baptizing in the rapids the Master that taketh away the sins of all
men; cease not, O precursor, to entreat Him to take compassion on our souls. ...
/.../anonymous/the general menaion/chapter v general service to.htm

John Chapter x. 13-Nov
... Thou stoodest with thy body, thou fleddest in thy spirit, which was not the conduct
of him who said, "Though I be absent in the flesh, yet am I with you in the ...
/.../augustine/homilies on the gospel of john/tractate xlvi john chapter x.htm

A Treatise of the Fear of God;
The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3. <. ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/a treatise of the fear.htm

Stoodest (3 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Stoodest (3 Occurrences). Numbers 22:34 And Balaam
said unto the angel of the LORD, I have sinned; for ...
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Displeased (39 Occurrences)
... Numbers 22:34 And Balaam said unto the angel of the LORD: 'I have sinned; for I
knew not that thou stoodest in the way against me; now therefore, if it ...
/d/displeased.htm - 17k

Displeaseth (1 Occurrence)
... Numbers 22:34 And Balaam said to the angel of the LORD, I have sinned; for I knew
not that thou stoodest in the way against me: now therefore, if it ...
/d/displeaseth.htm - 6k

Displeasing (31 Occurrences)
... Numbers 22:34 And Balaam said unto the angel of the LORD: 'I have sinned; for I
knew not that thou stoodest in the way against me; now therefore, if it ...
/d/displeasing.htm - 16k

Aloof (15 Occurrences)
... Obadiah 1:11 In the day that thou stoodest on the other side, in the day that strangers
carried away his substance, and foreigners entered into his gates, and ...
/a/aloof.htm - 10k

Stoodst (1 Occurrence)

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Specially (26 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 4:10 Specially the day that thou stoodest before the LORD thy God in
Horeb, when the LORD said unto me, Gather me the people together, and I will ...
/s/specially.htm - 15k

Stood (491 Occurrences)

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Wast (84 Occurrences)
... Obadiah 1:11 In the day that thou stoodest on the other side, in the day that the
strangers carried away captive his forces, and foreigners entered into his ...
/w/wast.htm - 33k

Gather (251 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 4:10 Specially the day that thou stoodest before the LORD thy God in
Horeb, when the LORD said unto me, Gather me the people together, and I will ...
/g/gather.htm - 47k

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