The term "stoopeth" is an archaic English word that appears in the King James Version of the Bible, often used to describe a posture of bending or bowing down. In the context of Scripture, it conveys humility, submission, or the act of lowering oneself physically or metaphorically. The Berean Standard Bible may not use the exact term "stoopeth," but the concept is present in various passages that describe similar actions or attitudes.

Biblical Context and Usage:

1. Humility and Submission:
The act of stooping is frequently associated with humility and submission before God. In the Bible, individuals who "stoop" often do so as a sign of reverence or acknowledgment of God's sovereignty. This physical act symbolizes an inner attitude of humility and recognition of one's position before the Almighty.

2. Divine Judgment and Deliverance:
In prophetic literature, stooping can also symbolize the downfall or subjugation of nations and idols. For instance, in Isaiah 46:1 , the prophet speaks of the idols of Babylon: "Bel bows down, Nebo stoops low; their idols are borne by beasts of burden. The images that are carried about are burdensome, a burden for the weary." Here, the stooping of idols signifies their impotence and the futility of relying on false gods, contrasting with the power and deliverance offered by the true God.

3. Christ's Example:
The New Testament provides the ultimate example of stooping in the person of Jesus Christ. Philippians 2:7-8 describes how Christ "emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to death—even death on a cross." Though the term "stoopeth" is not used, the concept is vividly illustrated in Christ's incarnation and sacrificial death, demonstrating the ultimate act of humility and submission to the Father's will.

4. Moral and Ethical Implications:
The concept of stooping is also relevant in the moral and ethical teachings of the Bible. Believers are encouraged to adopt a posture of humility in their relationships with others. James 4:10 exhorts, "Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you." This call to humility is a recurring theme, urging Christians to stoop in service and love toward one another, following the example set by Christ.

Theological Significance:

The act of stooping, whether literal or metaphorical, holds deep theological significance in the biblical narrative. It serves as a reminder of the proper posture of humanity before God—one of humility, reverence, and dependence. It also highlights the contrast between the pride of idols and nations and the humility of the faithful who trust in the Lord. Through the example of Christ, believers are called to embody this humility in their daily lives, reflecting the character of their Savior.

In summary, while the specific term "stoopeth" may not appear in modern translations like the Berean Standard Bible, the concept it represents is woven throughout the biblical text, emphasizing themes of humility, submission, and the proper attitude of worship and service to God.

The Blessing of Jacob Upon Judah. (Gen. Xlix. 8-10. )
... Ver.9. A lion's whelp is Judah; from the prey, my son, thou goest up; he stoopeth
down, he coucheth as a lion, and as a full-grown lion, who shall rouse him up ...
/.../hengstenberg/christology of the old testament/the blessing of jacob upon.htm

Wednesday in Passion Week. Now once in the End of the World Hath ...
... His servants, and sore pain and grief. For them He bears. God stoopeth from His
throne on high,. For me His guilty creature,. He deigns as man to die. ...
/.../winkworth/lyra germanica the christian year/wednesday in passion week now.htm

"And this is his Commandment," &C.
... and majesty. God sometimes stoopeth down to invite, and affectionately
to beseech sinners to come unto his Son for life. He hath ...
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Stiff-Necked Idolaters and Pliable Christians
... lives. 'Bel boweth down, Nebo stoopeth, the idols are upon the beasts,'
all packed up, as it were, and ready to be carried off. ...
/.../stiff-necked idolaters and pliable christians.htm

The Shepherd of Our Souls.
... wings: so the Lord alone did lead him, and there was no strange god with him." And
again, in the Prophet Isaiah, "Bel boweth down, Nebo stoopeth; their idols ...
/.../newman/parochial and plain sermons vol viii/sermon xvi the shepherd of.htm

Hooker -- the Activity of Faith; Or, Abraham's Imitators
... content to lay aside all and let the command of God bear the sway; neither friends,
nor kindred, nor gods can keep him back, but he presently stoopeth to the ...
/.../various/the worlds great sermons vol 2/hooker the activity of.htm

The Two Talents
... Surely if in the little, man can honor himself as well as in the great, the Infinite,
and the Eternal, can most of all glorify himself when he stoopeth to the ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 4 1858/the two talents.htm

Homily on Habib the Martyr, Composed by Mar Jacob.
... escape? All minds does faith reduce to silence and despise". She that is
full of light and stoopeth not to shadows. She despiseth ...
/.../unknown/the decretals/ancient syriac documents homily on.htm

Expiation
... for his people. No man taketh this office upon himself. Even the Son of
God stoopeth not to this burden uncalled. He was chosen ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 10 1864/expiation.htm

'Other Sheep'
... 'They feel from Judah's land The dreaded Infant's hand.'. 'Bel boweth down, Nebo
stoopeth, the idols are upon the beasts.' Surely God has granted us success ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/maclaren/expositions of holy scripture i/other sheep.htm

Stoopeth (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Stoopeth (2 Occurrences). ... He stoopeth, he layeth himself
down as a lion, And as a lioness: who will rouse him up? (DBY). ...
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Stooped (15 Occurrences)

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Loaden (1 Occurrence)
... Isaiah 46:1 Bel boweth down, Nebo stoopeth, their idols were upon the beasts, and
upon the cattle: your carriages were heavy loaden; they are a burden to the ...
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Layeth (76 Occurrences)
... thou art gone up. He stoopeth, he layeth himself down as a lion, And as
a lioness: who will rouse him up? (DBY). Exodus 1:22 and ...
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Loads (12 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 46:1 Bel boweth down, Nebo stoopeth, their idols were upon the beasts, and
upon the cattle: your loads were heavy; they were a burden to the weary beast ...
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Burdensome (9 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 46:1 Bel boweth down, Nebo stoopeth; their idols are upon the beasts, and
upon the cattle; the things that ye carried about are made a load, a burden to ...
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Stooping (4 Occurrences)

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Carriages (34 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 46:1 Bel boweth down, Nebo stoopeth, their idols were upon the beasts, and
upon the cattle: your carriages were heavy loaden; they are a burden to the ...
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Boweth (53 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 46:1 Bel boweth down, Nebo stoopeth, their idols were upon the beasts, and
upon the cattle: your carriages were heavy loaden; they are a burden to the ...
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Heavy (110 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 46:1 Bel boweth down, Nebo stoopeth, their idols were upon the beasts, and
upon the cattle: your carriages were heavy loaden; they are a burden to the ...
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