The term "comforteth" is an archaic form of the verb "comfort," which appears in various translations of the Bible, including the King James Version. It signifies the act of providing solace, consolation, or relief to someone in distress or sorrow. In the context of the Bible, comfort is often associated with God's presence, the Holy Spirit, and the community of believers.

Biblical Context and Usage

1. Divine Comfort: The Bible frequently portrays God as the ultimate source of comfort for His people. In the Old Testament, God comforts His people by promising deliverance and restoration. For instance, in Isaiah 51:12 , God declares, "I, even I, am He who comforts you. Who are you that you fear mortal man, the sons of men who are but grass?"

2. The Holy Spirit as Comforter: In the New Testament, the Holy Spirit is described as the "Comforter" or "Helper." Jesus promises His disciples that the Holy Spirit will come to guide, teach, and comfort them after His ascension. John 14:16 states, "And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate to be with you forever."

3. Comfort in Suffering: The Apostle Paul speaks extensively about comfort in the midst of suffering. In 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 , he writes, "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God." This passage highlights the reciprocal nature of comfort among believers, as they are called to share the comfort they receive from God with others.

4. Community and Comfort: The early Christian community is depicted as a source of mutual comfort and support. Believers are encouraged to comfort one another, as seen in 1 Thessalonians 4:18 , "Therefore encourage one another with these words." This reflects the communal aspect of comfort, where the body of Christ supports its members through encouragement and shared faith.

5. Eternal Comfort: The Bible also speaks of eternal comfort, which is the hope of believers in the promise of eternal life with God. In 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17 , Paul writes, "Now may our Lord Jesus Christ Himself and God our Father, who by grace has loved us and given us eternal comfort and good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good word and deed."

Theological Implications

The concept of comfort in the Bible is deeply intertwined with the character of God as compassionate and loving. It underscores the belief that God is intimately involved in the lives of His people, offering solace and strength in times of need. The role of the Holy Spirit as Comforter emphasizes the ongoing presence of God with believers, providing guidance and peace. Additionally, the call for believers to comfort one another reflects the communal nature of the Christian faith, where the church acts as a tangible expression of God's comfort in the world.

September 14 Morning
... SEPTEMBER 14 MORNING. I, even I, am he that comforteth you."ISA.51:12.
Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ ...
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The God of all Comfort
... "Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies
and the God of all comfort; who comforteth us in all our tribulations, that we ...
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2 Cor. I. 1, 4
... But this he afterwards declareth more clearly, and now goes on to say, "Who comforteth
us in all affliction." (2 Corinthians 1:4.) He saith not, "Who suffereth ...
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A Sermon Made by M. Hugh Latimer, at the Time of the Insurrection ...
... love other. Now cometh he forth and comforteth them, and teacheth them
to be bold, and to play the men, and fight manfully. For ...
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The Message Heeded
... within were fears. Nevertheless God, that comforteth those that are cast
down, comforted us by the coming of Titus.". This faithful ...
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He Proceeds to Discuss the views Held by Eunomius
... and the great Apostle applies to the Father the same language, when he says, "Blessed
be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, Who comforteth us in all ...
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John xiii. 36
... Since then it was probable that they considering these things would be astounded,
see how He comforteth them, saying, "Let not your heart be troubled." By this ...
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John xiii. 20 .
... When they were about to go forth and to suffer many dreadful things, He comforteth
them in two ways; one derived from Himself, the other derived from others. ...
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A Little Sanctuary
... Be not dismayed, but go to him who is the God of all comfort, who comforteth all
those that are bowed down, and he will give you a word which shall heal your ...
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Sweet is the Solace of Thy Love,
... Sweet is the solace of Thy love,. 8,6,8,6,8,6 "I, even I, am He that comforteth
you." " Isaiah 2:12. Sweet is the solace of Thy love,. ...
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Comforteth (9 Occurrences)
...Comforteth (9 Occurrences). ... 2 Corinthians 7:6 Nevertheless God, that comforteth those
that are cast down, comforted us by the coming of Titus; (KJV ASV WBS). ...
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Comforting (21 Occurrences)

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Wherewith (182 Occurrences)
... 2 Corinthians 1:4 Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able
to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves ...
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Fearest (10 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 51:12 I, even I, am he that comforteth you: who art thou, that thou fearest
a man that shall die, and the son of man that shall become as grass; (DBY). ...
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Comfortest (4 Occurrences)

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Consolation (23 Occurrences)
... (WBS). 2 Corinthians 1:4 Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be
able to comfort them who are in any trouble by the consolation with which we ...
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Infants (71 Occurrences)
... Genesis 50:21 and now, fear not: I do nourish you and your infants;' and
he comforteth them, and speaketh unto their heart. (YLT). ...
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Tribulation (43 Occurrences)
... 2 Corinthians 1:4 Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able
to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves ...
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Comforted (56 Occurrences)
... Job 29:25 I chose out their way, and sat as chief, and dwelt as a king in
the army, as one that comforteth the mourners. (See NAS). ...
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Second (2060 Occurrences)
... Then came the answer, and the lifting of the intolerable burden from his mind.
"He that comforteth the lowly, even God, comforted" him (2 Corinthians 7:6). The ...
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