The term "treasurest" is an archaic form of the verb "to treasure," which means to regard or treat something as precious or valuable. In the context of the Bible, the concept of treasuring often relates to the spiritual and moral values that individuals hold dear, as well as the material wealth that can either enhance or hinder one's relationship with God.

Biblical References:

1. Matthew 6:19-21 : "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." This passage highlights the distinction between earthly and heavenly treasures, urging believers to prioritize spiritual wealth over material possessions. The heart's alignment with one's treasure underscores the importance of valuing eternal over temporal.

2. Proverbs 2:1-5 : "My son, if you accept my words and hide my commandments within you, listening closely to wisdom and directing your heart to understanding, if you truly call out to insight and lift your voice to understanding, if you seek it like silver and search it out like hidden treasure, then you will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God." Here, wisdom and understanding are depicted as treasures to be diligently sought after, emphasizing the value of spiritual insight and the fear of the Lord as the ultimate treasure.

3. Colossians 2:2-3 : "My goal is that their hearts may be encouraged, being knit together in love, and filled with the full riches of complete understanding, so that they may know the mystery of God, namely Christ, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge." This passage identifies Christ as the repository of all divine wisdom and knowledge, presenting Him as the ultimate treasure for believers to seek and cherish.

4. Isaiah 33:6 : "He will be the sure foundation for your times, a storehouse of salvation, wisdom, and knowledge; the fear of the LORD is Zion’s treasure." This verse portrays the fear of the Lord as a treasure, linking it to salvation, wisdom, and knowledge, and establishing it as a foundational element for a secure and righteous life.

Theological Implications:

The concept of treasuring in the Bible often serves as a metaphor for the priorities and affections of the heart. It challenges believers to evaluate what they hold dear and to align their values with God's eternal purposes. The Bible consistently warns against the dangers of materialism and the deceitfulness of riches, urging followers of Christ to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness (Matthew 6:33).

Practical Application:

Believers are encouraged to examine their lives to determine what they treasure most. This involves a conscious effort to invest in spiritual disciplines, such as prayer, study of the Scriptures, and acts of service, which cultivate heavenly treasures. By doing so, Christians can ensure that their hearts are aligned with God's will, leading to a life marked by peace, purpose, and eternal reward.

Rom. I. 28
... Ver.5. "But after thy hardness and impenitent heart treasurest up unto thyself wrath.". ...
For he says, "thou treasurest up for thyself," not God for thee. ...
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And by the Spirit the Father is Called Most High and Almighty and ...
... Not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance; but according to
thy hardness and penitent heart thou treasurest up for thyself wrath in the ...
/.../irenaeus/the demonstration of the apostolic preaching/chapter 8 and by the.htm

Rule for Interpreting Phrases which Seem to Ascribe Severity to ...
... Take, for example, that saying of the apostle: "But, after thy hardness and impenitent
heart, treasurest up unto thyself wrath against the day of wrath and ...
/.../chapter 11 rule for interpreting phrases.htm

Men are Possessed of Free Will, and Endowed with the Faculty of ...
... But according to thy hardness and impenitent heart, thou treasurest to thyself wrath
against the day of wrath, and the revelation of the righteous judgment of ...
/.../irenaeus/against heresies/chapter xxxvii men are possessed of.htm

Psalm CI.
... which account, "mercy and judgment will I sing unto Thee, O Lord:" "But thou," saith
the Apostle, "after thy hardness and impenitent heart, treasurest up unto ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm ci.htm

That God is Patient for this End, that we May Repent of Our Sin ...
... But, according to thy hardness and impenitent heart, thou treasurest up to thyself
wrath in the day of wrath and of revelation of the just judgment of God, who ...
/.../cyprian/three books of testimonies against the jews/35 that god is patient.htm

Letter cxlvii. To Sabinianus.
... But after thy hardness and impenitent heart thou treasurest up unto thyself wrath
against the day of wrath." [3954] Or is it that your heart is hardened, as ...
/.../jerome/the principal works of st jerome/letter cxlvii to sabinianus.htm

Sin not from God, but from the Will of those Sinning.
... But according to the hardness of thy heart and thy impenitent heart, thou treasurest
up for thyself wrath against the day of wrath and of the revelation of the ...
/.../chapter 28 name not from.htm

We Speak, Indeed, of the "Wrath" of God. ...
... But after thy hardness and impenitent heart, treasurest up unto thyself wrath against
the day of wrath, and revelation of the righteous judgment of God." How ...
/.../origen/origen against celsus/chapter lxxii we speak indeed.htm

How Much God Desires we Should Love Him.
... But according to thy hardness and impenitent heart, thou treasurest up to thyself
wrath, against the day of wrath and revelation of the just judgment of God. ...
/.../francis/treatise on the love of god/chapter viii how much god.htm

Treasurest (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Treasurest (1 Occurrence). Romans 2:5 But after
thy hardness and impenitent heart treasurest up unto thyself ...
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Treasuries (36 Occurrences)

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Impenitent (1 Occurrence)
... Romans 2:5 But after thy hardness and impenitent heart treasurest up unto thyself
wrath against the day of wrath and revelation of the righteous judgment of God ...
/i/impenitent.htm - 6k

Treasures (77 Occurrences)

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Treasure (66 Occurrences)
... Romans 2:5 But after thy hardness and impenitent heart treasurest up unto thyself
wrath against the day of wrath and revelation of the righteous judgment of God ...
/t/treasure.htm - 36k

Thyself (352 Occurrences)
... Romans 2:5 But after thy hardness and impenitent heart treasurest up unto thyself
wrath against the day of wrath and revelation of the righteous judgment of God ...
/t/thyself.htm - 36k

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