The term "telleth" is an archaic form of the verb "tell," commonly found in older English translations of the Bible. It is used to convey the act of narrating, informing, or declaring something. In the context of the Bible, "telleth" is often used to describe the communication of divine truths, prophetic messages, or historical accounts.

Biblical Usage:

In the Berean Standard Bible , the term "telleth" is not used, as the BSB employs contemporary language. However, understanding the usage of "telleth" in older translations can provide insight into the communication of God's word and the transmission of His messages through prophets, apostles, and other biblical figures.

Examples in Scripture:

1. Prophetic Declarations:
In the prophetic books, the act of telling is significant as prophets convey God's messages to His people. For instance, in the book of Isaiah, the prophet is tasked with telling the people of Israel about their sins and the coming judgment, as well as the hope of redemption.

2. Narration of Historical Events:
The historical books of the Bible often recount events where individuals tell of God's mighty works. In the book of Exodus, Moses is instructed to tell Pharaoh to let the Israelites go, demonstrating God's power and authority over nations.

3. Teaching and Instruction:
In the New Testament, Jesus often tells parables to convey spiritual truths. His teachings are a form of telling that reveals the nature of the Kingdom of God and the expectations for His followers.

Theological Significance:

The act of telling in the Bible is not merely about the transmission of information; it is a divine mandate to communicate God's will and purpose. Those who are chosen to tell God's messages, such as prophets and apostles, are entrusted with a sacred responsibility. Their words are not their own but are inspired by the Holy Spirit, as seen in 2 Peter 1:21 : "For no prophecy was ever brought about through human initiative, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit."

Application for Believers:

For contemporary believers, the concept of "telling" remains relevant. Christians are called to tell others about the Gospel of Jesus Christ, sharing the good news of salvation and the hope found in Him. This act of telling is an essential part of the Great Commission, as seen in Matthew 28:19-20 : "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you."

In summary, while the term "telleth" itself may not appear in modern translations like the Berean Standard Bible, the concept it represents is deeply embedded in the biblical narrative and continues to hold significance for the faithful communication of God's word.

Healing for the Wounded
... "He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.""Psalm 147:3. The
next verse finely declares the power of God. "He telleth the number of the ...
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John xiv. 15-17
... then," He saith, "I will do it." And since it was likely that they would be troubled
when they heard that, "I go [2140] to the Father," He telleth them "to be ...
/.../homilies on the gospel of st john and hebrews/homily lxxv john xiv 15-17.htm

Table of Contents
... This sermon telleth us of four measures that shall be rendered unto man, and of
two grades of a godly life, and how we ought to love our neighbour. XXI. ...
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John viii. 31, 32
... He first telleth them, "If ye continue in My word, ye are My disciples indeed: and
the truth shall make you free." All but saying, "I am about to make a deep ...
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John x. 14, 15
... Because they said that He was alien from the Father, and a deceiver, and had come
to ruin and destroy He telleth them, "This if nothing else would persuade Me ...
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John xiii. 36
... This too Luke implies, when he telleth us that Christ said, "And I have prayed for
thee, that thy faith fail not" ( Luke 22:32 ); that is, "that thou be not ...
/.../homilies on the gospel of st john and hebrews/homily lxxiii john xiii 36.htm

John xvii. 14
... shall speak well of you." ( Luke 6:26.) Wherefore also He saith here, "I have given
them Thy word, and the world hath hated them." Again He telleth the reason ...
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Sunday --The Day of Resurrection.
... Mary Magdalene cometh and telleth the disciples, "I have seen the Lord"; and that
he had said these things unto her. THE APPEARANCE TO THE WOMEN. ...
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Christ's Pastoral Prayer for his People
... he is under suretyship engagements to deliver them all to the Father in that last
great day when the sheep shall pass under the rod of him that telleth them. ...
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The King --Continued.
... of David as having been wholly shaped and blessed by Him, while it pointedly inverts
the king's proposal in its own grand promise, "The Lord telleth thee that ...
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Telleth (10 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Telleth (10 Occurrences). John 12:22 Philip cometh and
telleth Andrew: and again Andrew and Philip tell Jesus. (KJV ASV WBS YLT). ...
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Tellest (2 Occurrences)

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Execration (9 Occurrences)
... YLT). Proverbs 29:24 Whoso is sharing with a thief is hating his own soul,
Execration he heareth, and telleth not. (YLT). Jeremiah ...
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Bed-chamber (6 Occurrences)
... 2 Kings 6:12 And one of his servants said, Nay, my lord, O king; but Elisha, the
prophet that is in Israel, telleth the king of Israel the words that thou ...
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Sharing (18 Occurrences)
... it (See NIV). Proverbs 29:24 Whoso is sharing with a thief is hating his
own soul, Execration he heareth, and telleth not. (YLT). ...
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Speakest (30 Occurrences)
... 2 Kings 6:12 And one of his servants said, None, my lord, O king: but Elisha, the
prophet that is in Israel, telleth the king of Israel the words that thou ...
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Vanity (100 Occurrences)
... Psalms 41:6 And if he come to see me, he speaketh vanity: his heart gathereth iniquity
to itself; when he goeth abroad, he telleth it. (KJV WBS YLT). ...
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Worketh (49 Occurrences)
... Psalms 101:7 He that worketh deceit shall not dwell within my house: he that
telleth lies shall not tarry in my sight. (KJV JPS ASV WBS). ...
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Tells (38 Occurrences)
... (See NAS). Proverbs 29:24 Whoso is sharing with a thief is hating his own
soul, Execration he heareth, and telleth not. (See NAS). ...
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Eli'sha (52 Occurrences)
... 2 Kings 6:12 And one of his servants said: 'Nay, my lord, O king; but Elisha, the
prophet that is in Israel, telleth the king of Israel the words that thou ...
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