The concept of being "tethered" in the Bible can be understood both literally and metaphorically, reflecting themes of connection, restraint, and dependence. While the specific term "tethered" is not directly used in the Berean Standard Bible, the idea is present in various passages and contexts.

Literal Tethering:

In ancient times, tethering was a common practice for managing livestock. Animals such as donkeys, oxen, and sheep were often tethered to prevent them from wandering off, ensuring they remained close to their source of food and water. This practice is implied in several biblical narratives and laws. For example, in Exodus 22:10-13, the law concerning the safekeeping of a neighbor's animal implies the use of tethering as a means of protection and responsibility:

"If a man gives a donkey, an ox, a sheep, or any other animal to his neighbor for safekeeping and it dies or is injured or is driven away while no one is looking, an oath before the LORD shall be made between the parties to determine whether or not the man has taken his neighbor’s property. The owner must accept the oath and require no restitution. But if the animal was actually stolen from the neighbor, he must make restitution to the owner."

Metaphorical Tethering:

Metaphorically, the concept of being tethered can be seen in the spiritual and relational connections described in the Bible. Believers are often depicted as being tethered to God through faith, obedience, and covenant. This connection is a source of strength and guidance, as seen in John 15:5, where Jesus describes the relationship between Himself and His followers:

"I am the vine and you are the branches. The one who remains in Me, and I in him, will bear much fruit. For apart from Me you can do nothing."

This imagery of the vine and branches illustrates the necessity of being spiritually tethered to Christ to bear fruit and live a life pleasing to God.

Tethering and Bondage:

Conversely, the Bible also addresses the negative aspect of being tethered, particularly in the context of sin and spiritual bondage. In Romans 6:16, Paul speaks of being bound to sin or righteousness:

"Do you not know that when you offer yourselves as obedient slaves, you are slaves to the one you obey—whether you are slaves to sin leading to death, or to obedience leading to righteousness?"

Here, the idea of being tethered to sin is presented as a form of spiritual bondage, contrasting with the freedom found in being tethered to righteousness through Christ.

Tethering in Relationships:

The Bible also uses the concept of tethering in the context of human relationships, particularly in marriage. In Genesis 2:24, the union between husband and wife is described as a form of tethering:

"For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and they will become one flesh."

This union signifies a deep, covenantal bond that reflects the commitment and interdependence intended in marriage.

In summary, while the term "tethered" is not explicitly found in the Berean Standard Bible, the concept is woven throughout Scripture, illustrating themes of connection, dependence, and the dual nature of bondage and freedom.(imp. & p. p.) of Tether.

The Northern Mountains
... The horses were tethered to a tree, the food got out, and we sat down on a pebbly
beach after a bathe in a deep pool, so clear that it looked but four feet deep ...
//christianbookshelf.org/kingsley/at last/chapter xi the northern mountains.htm

A Battle Without a Sword
... crept down the hillside, and, with hushed breath and wary steps, lest they should
stumble on and wake some sleeper, or even rouse some tethered camel, picked ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture f/a battle without a sword.htm

December the Thirtieth the Blessedness of Forgiveness
... It is the blessedness of emancipation. The boat which has been tethered to the weird,
baleful shore is set free, and sails toward the glories of the morning. ...
/.../december the thirtieth the blessedness.htm

The Shepherd of Pella
... girl finally finished her selection, the woman begged permission to attend to the
camels and getting the beasts on their feet led them together to be tethered. ...
/.../miller/the city of delight/chapter iii the shepherd of.htm

The Second Awakening.
... On one occasion, in the woods of Logan County, in July, 1800, the gathered families,
many of whom came from far, tethered their teams and encamped for several ...
/.../bacon/a history of american christianity/chapter xiv the second awakening.htm

A Glance at Jerusalem.
... Mingling with these discordant sounds might be heard the bellowing of the beasts
which were tethered on the outside of the walls of Jerusalem, and the ...
/.../the dolorous passion of our lord jesus christ/chapter v a glance at.htm

The Plagues
... Rachel took up another jar and went forth. The hairy creature in the corner, tethered
to the amphora rack, slipped his collar and followed her. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/miller/the yoke/chapter xxix the plagues.htm

What Crouches at the Door
... What an awful menagerie of unclean beasts some of us have at our doors!
What sort of creatures have you tethered at yours? Crawling ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/what crouches at the door.htm

Intercessory Prayer
... Christ in him. I know there are some whose piety is comfortably tethered
within the limits of their own selfish interests. It is ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 7 1861/intercessory prayer.htm

Simon the Cyrenian
... He needs nothing, and yet He needed that ass which was tethered at 'the place
where two ways met,' in order to ride into Jerusalem upon it. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture d/simon the cyrenian.htm

Tethered (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Tether. Multi-Version Concordance
Tethered (1 Occurrence). 2 Kings 7:10 So they came and ...
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Inn (7 Occurrences)
... very often at the present day, only a convenient level bit of ground near some spring,
where baggage might be unloaded, animals watered and tethered, and men ...
/i/inn.htm - 17k

Tetragrammaton (1 Occurrence)

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Teth (1 Occurrence)

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