The term "appertaineth" is an archaic English word found in the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible, meaning "belongs to" or "is related to." It is used to describe something that is connected or relevant to a particular subject or entity. In the context of Scripture, "appertaineth" often refers to laws, duties, or possessions that are specifically designated for certain individuals or groups.

Biblical Usage:

1. Priestly Duties and Offerings:
In the Old Testament, the term is frequently used in relation to the duties and privileges of the Levitical priesthood. For example, in Numbers 18:8 (KJV), God speaks to Aaron, saying, "And the LORD spake unto Aaron, Behold, I also have given thee the charge of mine heave offerings of all the hallowed things of the children of Israel; unto thee have I given them by reason of the anointing, and to thy sons, by an ordinance for ever." Here, the offerings "appertaineth" to the priests, signifying their exclusive right and responsibility to handle these sacred duties.

2. Inheritance and Land:
The concept of inheritance is another area where "appertaineth" is relevant. In the division of the Promised Land among the tribes of Israel, specific portions were designated to each tribe, and these lands "appertaineth" to them as a perpetual inheritance. This is seen in passages like Joshua 17:4 (KJV), where the daughters of Zelophehad speak to Eleazar the priest, Joshua, and the leaders, saying, "The LORD commanded Moses to give us an inheritance among our brothers." The land that "appertaineth" to them is a fulfillment of God's promise and law.

3. Moral and Ceremonial Laws:
The term is also used in the context of moral and ceremonial laws that are specific to certain groups. Deuteronomy 21:17 (KJV) states, "But he shall acknowledge the son of the hated for the firstborn, by giving him a double portion of all that he hath: for he is the beginning of his strength; the right of the firstborn is his." Here, the rights that "appertaineth" to the firstborn son are outlined, emphasizing the importance of following God's ordained order.

Theological Significance:

The use of "appertaineth" in Scripture underscores the importance of divine order and the specific roles and responsibilities assigned by God. It highlights the concept of stewardship, where individuals or groups are entrusted with certain duties or possessions that are not merely privileges but also sacred responsibilities. This reflects the broader biblical theme of covenant, where God establishes specific relationships and expectations with His people.

Contemporary Reflection:

While the term "appertaineth" is not commonly used in modern translations like the Berean Standard Bible, the underlying principles remain relevant. Believers are called to recognize and respect the roles, responsibilities, and blessings that God has ordained for them. This includes understanding one's place within the body of Christ, the Church, and fulfilling the duties that "appertaineth" to them with faithfulness and integrity.

A Diet of Public Worship in the Time of Knox.
... God and ministration of the Sacraments by unseemliness of the place come into contempt,"
there should be made "such preparation within as appertaineth as well ...
//christianbookshelf.org/johnston/presbyterian worship/chapter iv a diet of.htm

1 Cor. xii. 27
... But what is the expression, "severally?" "So far at least as appertaineth to you;
and so far as naturally a part should be built up from you." For because he ...
/.../homilies on the epistles of paul to the corinthians/homily xxxii 1 cor xii.htm

The Kingdom of the Father and of the Son is one and Undivided...
... shall not taste death, until they see the Son of Man coming into His kingdom."
[2269] There is therefore no room for doubt that the kingdom appertaineth to the ...
/.../ambrose/works and letters of st ambrose/chapter xii the kingdom of.htm

The Degrees of Love are Also Degrees of Holiness.
... For it is itself indeed the grace of God, through our Lord Jesus Christ, to whom,
with the Father and the Holy Spirit, appertaineth eternity, and all goodness ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 84 lxx the degrees of.htm

The Form and Spirit of Religion
... that baptism signifieth immersion, and immersion only, I should pretend to administer
it by sprinkling; or, believing that baptism appertaineth to believers ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 4 1858/the form and spirit of.htm

On the Words of the Gospel, Luke vii. 2, Etc. ; on the Three Dead ...
... him from his bonds. Observe how there is something which appertaineth to
the special Majesty of God who raiseth up. A man involved ...
/.../sermons on selected lessons of the new testament/sermon xlviii on the words.htm

The Life of St. Peter the Apostle
... Then said St. Paul to St. Peter: It appertaineth to me to pray, and to thee for
to command. Then said Nero: This man is very God, and ye be two traitors. ...
/.../wells/bible stories and religious classics/the life of st peter.htm

On the Words of the Gospel, John v. 31,"If I Bear Witness of ...
... For that thou mayest know that this office appertaineth to the Holy Spirit; the
Apostle saith in another place, "For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die ...
/.../sermon lxxviii on the words.htm

Of the Power and Authoritie Given to Synods.
... the several! Churches, to whom the matter appertaineth. For in the beginning
of the Gospel in that precedent of Synods, Act.15. we ...
/.../the keyes of the kingdom of heaven and power thereof/chap vi of the power.htm

Articles of Religion.
... "Nevertheless, it appertaineth to the discipline of the Church, that inquiry be
made of evil ministers, and that they be accused by those that have knowledge ...
//christianbookshelf.org/hayward/the book of religions/articles of religion.htm

Appertaineth (3 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Appertaineth (3 Occurrences). Leviticus 6:5 Or
all that about which he hath sworn falsely; he shall even ...
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Uzziah (27 Occurrences)
... of such a daring act on the part of the king, and with a band of eighty priests
he withstood him (2 Chronicles 26:17), saying, "It appertaineth not unto thee ...
/u/uzziah.htm - 27k

Thereto (26 Occurrences)
... hath sworn falsely; he shall even restore it in the principal, and shall add the
fifth part more thereto, and give it unto him to whom it appertaineth, in the ...
/t/thereto.htm - 14k

Restitution (21 Occurrences)
... thing about which he hath sworn falsely, he shall even restore it in full, and shall
add the fifth part more thereto; unto him to whom it appertaineth shall he ...
/r/restitution.htm - 13k

Pertaineth (18 Occurrences)
... 2 Chronicles 26:18 And they withstood Uzziah the king, and said unto him, It
appertaineth not unto thee, Uzziah, to burn incense unto the LORD, but to the ...
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Park (2 Occurrences)
... 2:8 and a letter unto Asaph the keeper of the king's forest, that he may give me
timber to make beams for the gates of the castle which appertaineth to the ...
/p/park.htm - 9k

Citadel (20 Occurrences)
... 2:8 and a letter unto Asaph the keeper of the king's park, that he may give me timber
to make beams for the gates of the castle which appertaineth to the house ...
/c/citadel.htm - 13k

Appertain (2 Occurrences)
... it is seemly," Vulgate "Tuum est enim decus," "it is Thy honor." Generally in the
sense of "to belong to" (Leviticus 6:5, "to whom it appertaineth"); Nehemiah 2 ...
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Appertains (2 Occurrences)

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Appertained (4 Occurrences)

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