The term "didst" is an archaic form of the word "did," commonly found in the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible and other older English translations. It is the second person singular past tense of "do," used when addressing a singular "thou." In modern translations, such as the Berean Standard Bible , this term is often updated to "did" for clarity and contemporary understanding.

Biblical Usage:

The use of "didst" in the Bible often appears in contexts where God or an individual is being addressed directly, highlighting actions taken in the past. This form of address is particularly prevalent in prayers, psalms, and dialogues where reverence and formality are expressed.

Examples in Scripture:

1. Divine Actions:
· In recounting the mighty works of God, the term "didst" is used to emphasize His past interventions and acts of deliverance. For instance, in the context of the Exodus, the Israelites might recount how God "didst lead" them out of Egypt with a mighty hand.

2. Human Actions:
· The term is also used to describe the actions of individuals in historical narratives or moral teachings. For example, a prophet might remind the people of what they "didst" in times of rebellion or faithfulness.

Theological Significance:

The use of "didst" in Scripture underscores the personal and covenantal relationship between God and His people. It serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness and the human response to His commands. By using this form, the biblical text often conveys a sense of intimacy and accountability, as it directly addresses the actions of the individual or the community in relation to God's will.

Example from the Berean Standard Bible:

While the Berean Standard Bible modernizes the language for contemporary readers, the essence of the message remains unchanged. For instance, in Psalm 22:4-5 , the psalmist reflects on the trust of the ancestors: "In You our fathers trusted; they trusted and You delivered them. They cried out to You and were set free; they trusted in You and were not disappointed." Here, the past actions of God are highlighted, similar to how "didst" would function in older translations.

Cultural and Historical Context:

Understanding the use of "didst" requires an appreciation for the historical and linguistic context of the Bible. The term reflects the formal and poetic language of the time, which was intended to convey reverence and solemnity. In the context of worship and scripture reading, such language would have resonated deeply with the original audience, reinforcing the gravity and sacredness of the text.

In summary, while "didst" is not commonly used in modern translations like the BSB, its presence in older versions of the Bible serves as a testament to the rich linguistic heritage of biblical texts and the enduring nature of God's interactions with humanity throughout history.(n.) The 2d pers. sing. imp. of Do.

Thou Didst Seek the Gloom,
... Thou didst seek the gloom,. tr., John Brownlie 6,5,6,5,7,7. ... I. When, O King Immortal,.
Thou didst seek the gloom,. Tasting death in meekness,. Resting in the tomb ...
/.../brownlie/hymns of the greek church/thou didst seek the gloom.htm

But How Didst Thou Make the Heaven and the Earth? and what the ...
... Book XI Chapter V But how didst Thou make the heaven and the earth? and what the
engine of? But how didst Thou make the heaven and the earth? ...
/.../augustine/the confessions of saint augustine/chapter v but how didst.htm

Thou Didst Deal with Me, that I Should be Persuaded to Go to Rome. ...
... Book V Chapter VIII Thou didst deal with me, that I should be persuaded
to go to Rome? Thou didst deal with me, that I should ...
/.../augustine/the confessions of saint augustine/chapter viii thou didst deal.htm

But How Didst Thou Speak? in the Way that the Voice came Out of ...
... Book XI Chapter VI But how didst Thou speak? In the way that the voice
came out of the? But how didst Thou speak? In the way ...
/.../augustine/the confessions of saint augustine/chapter vi but how didst.htm

And How Thou Didst Deliver Me Out of the Bonds of Desire...
... Book VIII Chapter VI And how Thou didst deliver me out of the bonds of
desire? And how Thou didst deliver me out of the bonds ...
/.../augustine/the confessions of saint augustine/chapter vi and how thou.htm

Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne and Thy Kingly Crown
... THE CHRISTIAN YEAR Christmas 83. Thou didst leave thy throne and thy kingly crown.
PM ... Emily ES Elliott, 1864. Thou didst leave thy throne and thy kingly crown,. ...
/.../christmas 83 thou didst leave.htm

Wisely, O Jesu, Didst Thou Tell Thy Disciples
... THE FIRST CENTURY 98 Wisely, O Jesu, didst Thou tell Thy disciples. Wisely,
O Jesu, didst Thou tell Thy disciples, when Thou promisedst ...
/.../traherne/centuries of meditations/98 wisely o jesu didst.htm

Nisibene Hymns. Hymn i. O God of Mercies who Didst Refresh Noah ...
... Hymn I. O God of mercies Who didst refresh Noah, he too refreshed Thy mercies. 1.
O God of mercies Who didst refresh Noah, he too refreshed Thy mercies. ...
/.../ephraim/hymns and homilies of ephraim the syrian/nisibene hymns hymn i o.htm

On the Words of the Gospel, Matt. xi. 25, "I Thank Thee, O Father ...
... xi. 25, "I thank thee, O Father, Lord of Heaven and Earth, that thou didst hide
these things from the wise and understanding," etc. [LXVII. Ben.] ...
/.../sermons on selected lessons of the new testament/sermon xvii on the words.htm

In Thee Will I Begin to Speak, Thou Head that Didst Begin all ...
... Hymn X. In Thee will I begin to speak, Thou Head that didst begin all created
things. In Thee will I begin to speak, Thou Head that ...
/.../ephraim/hymns and homilies of ephraim the syrian/hymn x in thee will.htm

Didst (1268 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Didst (1268 Occurrences). Didst is used 1268 times in
12 translations. You can narrow your search using the Advanced Bible Search. ...
/d/didst.htm - 6k

Madest (18 Occurrences)
... Hebrews 2:7 Thou madest him a little lower than the angels; thou crownedst him with
glory and honour, and didst set him over the works of thy hands: (KJV ASV ...
/m/madest.htm - 11k

Wentest (16 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Wentest (16 Occurrences). Acts 11:3 Saying, Thou wentest
in to men uncircumcised, and didst eat with them. (KJV ASV DBY WBS). ...
/w/wentest.htm - 11k

Becamest (5 Occurrences)
... (DBY). 2 Samuel 7:24 And thou didst establish to thyself thy people Israel to be
a people unto thee for ever; and thou, Jehovah, becamest their God. (ASV JPS). ...
/b/becamest.htm - 8k

Confess (65 Occurrences)
... Matthew 11:25 At that time Jesus answering said, 'I do confess to Thee, Father,
Lord of the heavens and of the earth, that thou didst hide these things from ...
/c/confess.htm - 26k

Gavest (36 Occurrences)
... the words which thou gavest me; and they have received them, and have known surely
that I came out from thee, and they have believed that thou didst send me. ...
/g/gavest.htm - 17k

Hadst (43 Occurrences)
... and what hast thou that thou didst not receive? now if thou didst receive it, why
dost thou glory, as if thou hadst not received it? (KJV ASV WBS). ...
/h/hadst.htm - 20k

Rend (35 Occurrences)
... 2 Kings 22:19 Because thy heart was tender, and thou didst humble thyself before
Jehovah, when thou heardest what I spoke against this place and against the ...
/r/rend.htm - 18k

Whence (84 Occurrences)
... (KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT). Matthew 13:27 So the servants of the householder came and
said unto him, Sir, didst not thou sow good seed in thy field? ...
/w/whence.htm - 32k

Mer'ibah (8 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 33:8 And of Levi he said: Thy Thummim and Thy Urim be with Thy holy
one, whom Thou didst prove at Massah, with whom Thou didst strive at the waters ...
/m/mer'ibah.htm - 8k

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