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The term "drinketh" is an archaic form of the verb "drink," commonly found in older translations of the Bible, such as the King James Version. It is used to describe the act of consuming liquid, often in the context of water or wine. In the Berean Standard Bible , the more contemporary term "drinks" is typically used, but the concept remains significant throughout Scripture.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, drinking is often associated with sustenance and hospitality. For instance, in Genesis 24:14, Rebekah is identified as Isaac's future wife when she offers water to Abraham's servant and his camels: "Now may it be that the girl to whom I say, ‘Please let down your jar that I may drink,’ and who replies, ‘Drink, and I will water your camels too,’—let her be the one You have appointed for Your servant Isaac." This act of offering a drink is a sign of kindness and generosity.

The consumption of wine is also prevalent in the Old Testament, both as a symbol of blessing and as a potential source of moral failure. In Proverbs 20:1, the dangers of excessive drinking are highlighted: "Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging: and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise." This verse warns against the pitfalls of overindulgence, emphasizing the importance of moderation.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the act of drinking takes on additional spiritual significance. Jesus uses the metaphor of drinking to convey deeper theological truths. In John 4:13-14, Jesus speaks to the Samaritan woman at the well: "Jesus said to her, 'Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again. But whoever drinks the water I give him will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give him will become in him a fount of water springing up to eternal life.'" Here, drinking symbolizes the reception of eternal life through faith in Christ.

The Last Supper is another pivotal moment involving drinking, where Jesus institutes the Lord's Supper. In Matthew 26:27-28, Jesus shares the cup with His disciples: "Then He took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, 'Drink from it, all of you. This is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.'" The act of drinking the wine is a profound symbol of the new covenant and the sacrificial death of Christ.

Theological Implications

Theologically, the concept of drinking in the Bible often points to deeper spiritual truths. It can represent the sustenance provided by God, the joy and fellowship found in community, and the spiritual nourishment that comes from a relationship with Christ. The act of drinking, whether literal or metaphorical, is frequently tied to themes of life, blessing, and covenant.

Practical Applications

For believers, the biblical references to drinking serve as reminders of the importance of moderation, the value of hospitality, and the necessity of spiritual sustenance. Christians are encouraged to seek the "living water" that Christ offers, which satisfies the deepest spiritual thirst and leads to eternal life. Additionally, the practice of the Lord's Supper remains a central act of worship, commemorating the sacrifice of Jesus and the new covenant established through His blood.

Library

Hebrews vi. 7, 8
... "For the Earth which drinketh in the rain that cometh oft upon it, and bringeth
forth herbs meet for them by whom it is dressed, receiveth blessing from God. ...
/.../homilies on the gospel of st john and hebrews/homily x hebrews vi 7.htm

The Lord's Supper --Continued.
... and drink of this cup of the Lord unworthily, shall be guilty of the body and blood
of the Lord." Verse 29: "For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth ...
/.../chapter xiv the lords suppercontinued.htm

The Leaven Figurative Like the Water Spoken of by Jesus to the ...
... make a like inquiry in regard to other things; but by-way of illustration the narrative
about the woman of Samaria sufficeth, "Every one that drinketh of this ...
/.../origens commentary on the gospel of matthew/8 the leaven figurative like.htm

The Indwelling Spirit Fully and Forever Satisfying.
... Jesus says in John 4:14, RV, "Whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give
him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall become in him ...
/.../the person and work of the holy spirit/chapter x the indwelling spirit.htm

Letter Liv. Replies to Questions of Januarius.
... a sacrament, he ought to choose those days upon which he lives in more special purity
and self-restraint; for whosoever eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth ...
/.../augustine/the confessions and letters of st/letter liv replies to questions.htm

John iv. 13, 14
... john. Homily XXXII. John iv. 13, 14. John iv.13, 14 "Jesus answered and said unto
her, Whosoever drinketh of this water shall thirst again: but whosoever ...
/.../homilies on the gospel of st john and hebrews/homily xxxii john iv 13.htm

Canaan on Earth
... thy seed, and wateredst it with thy foot, as a garden of herbs; but the land whither
ye go to possess it, is a land of hills and valleys, and drinketh water of ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 2 1856/canaan on earth.htm

The Duty of Constant Communion JW
... The most common is, "I am unworthy; and he that eateth and drinketh unworthily,
eateth and drinketh damnation to himself.' Therefore I dare not communicate ...
/.../wesley/sermons on several occasions/sermon 101 the duty of.htm

Introductory
... results from the presence of the HOLY GHOST (whose work it is, not to reveal Himself
but CHRIST as the Bridegroom of the soul); "Whosoever drinketh of this ...
//christianbookshelf.org/taylor/union and communion/introductory.htm

Redemption (Continued)
... GLORIA CRUCIS VII REDEMPTION (CONTINUED). "He that eateth My flesh, and
drinketh My blood, hath life eternal.""John 6:54. We were ...
//christianbookshelf.org/beibitz/gloria crucis/vii redemption continued.htm

Thesaurus

Drinketh (33 Occurrences)
...Drinketh (33 Occurrences). ... (KJV ASV WBS). John 4:13 Jesus answered and said unto
her, Whosoever drinketh of this water shall thirst again: (KJV ASV WBS). ...
/d/drinketh.htm - 16k

Eateth (81 Occurrences)
... And when the scribes and Pharisees saw him eat with publicans and sinners, they
said unto his disciples, How is it that he eateth and drinketh with publicans ...
/e/eateth.htm - 31k

Uncovereth (12 Occurrences)
... Uncovereth (12 Occurrences). Genesis 9:21 and drinketh of the wine, and is drunken,
and uncovereth himself in the midst of the tent. (YLT). ...
/u/uncovereth.htm - 9k

Unworthily (2 Occurrences)
... (KJV DBY WBS YLT). 1 Corinthians 11:29 For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily,
eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body. ...
/u/unworthily.htm - 7k

Discerning (29 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 11:29 For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh
damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body. (KJV WBS YLT RSV). ...
/d/discerning.htm - 15k

Condemnation (30 Occurrences)
... (See NAS). 1 Corinthians 11:29 For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth
and drinketh condemnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body. (WBS). ...
/c/condemnation.htm - 20k

Bringeth (313 Occurrences)
... Hebrews 6:7 For the earth which drinketh in the rain that cometh oft upon it, and
bringeth forth herbs meet for them by whom it is dressed, receiveth blessing ...
/b/bringeth.htm - 37k

Damnation (11 Occurrences)
... (KJV WBS). 1 Corinthians 11:29 For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth
and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body. (KJV). ...
/d/damnation.htm - 18k

Lieth (135 Occurrences)
... Ruth 3:7 And Boaz eateth and drinketh, and his heart is glad; and he goeth in to
lie down at the end of the heap; and she cometh in gently, and uncovereth his ...
/l/lieth.htm - 36k

Drinking (114 Occurrences)
... Ruth 3:7 And Boaz eateth and drinketh, and his heart is glad; and he goeth in to
lie down at the end of the heap; and she cometh in gently, and uncovereth his ...
/d/drinking.htm - 38k

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Drinketh (33 Occurrences)

Mark 2:16
And when the scribes and Pharisees saw him eat with publicans and sinners, they said unto his disciples, How is it that he eateth and drinketh with publicans and sinners?
(KJV ASV WBS)

John 4:13
Jesus answered and said unto her, Whosoever drinketh of this water shall thirst again:
(KJV ASV WBS)

John 4:14
But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life.
(KJV ASV WBS)

John 6:54
Whoso eateth my flesh, and drinketh my blood, hath eternal life; and I will raise him up at the last day.
(KJV ASV WBS)

John 6:56
He that eateth my flesh, and drinketh my blood, dwelleth in me, and I in him.
(KJV ASV WBS)

1 Corinthians 11:29
For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body.
(KJV ASV WBS)

Hebrews 6:7
For the earth which drinketh in the rain that cometh oft upon it, and bringeth forth herbs meet for them by whom it is dressed, receiveth blessing from God:
(KJV WBS)

Genesis 9:21
and drinketh of the wine, and is drunken, and uncovereth himself in the midst of the tent.
(YLT)

Genesis 25:34
and Jacob hath given to Esau bread and pottage of lentiles, and he eateth, and drinketh, and riseth, and goeth; and Esau despiseth the birthright.
(YLT)

Genesis 27:25
And he saith, 'Bring nigh to me, and I do eat of my son's provision, so that my soul doth bless thee;' and he bringeth nigh to him, and he eateth; and he bringeth to him wine, and he drinketh.
(YLT)

Genesis 44:5
Is not this it in which my lord drinketh, and whereby indeed he divineth? ye have done evil in so doing.
(KJV JPS ASV WBS YLT)

Deuteronomy 11:11
But the land, whither ye go to possess it, is a land of hills and valleys, and drinketh water of the rain of heaven:
(KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT)

Judges 15:19
And God cleaveth the hollow place which 'is' in Lehi, and waters come out of it, and he drinketh, and his spirit cometh back, and he reviveth; therefore hath 'one' called its name 'The fountain of him who is calling,' which 'is' in Lehi unto this day.
(YLT)

Ruth 3:7
And Boaz eateth and drinketh, and his heart is glad; and he goeth in to lie down at the end of the heap; and she cometh in gently, and uncovereth his feet, and lieth down.
(YLT)

2 Samuel 11:13
and David calleth for him, and he eateth before him, and drinketh, and he causeth him to drink, and he goeth out in the evening to lie on his couch with the servants of his lord, and unto his house he hath not gone down.
(YLT)

2 Samuel 12:3
And the poor one hath nothing, Except one little ewe-lamb, Which he hath bought, and keepeth alive, And it groweth up with him, And with his sons together; Of his morsel it eateth, And from his cup it drinketh, And in his bosom it lieth, And it is to him as a daughter;
(YLT)

1 Kings 13:19
And he turneth back with him, and eateth bread in his house, and drinketh water.
(YLT)

1 Kings 17:6
and the ravens are bringing to him bread and flesh in the morning, and bread and flesh in the evening, and of the brook he drinketh.
(YLT)

1 Kings 19:6
and he looketh attentively, and lo, at his bolster a cake 'baken on' burning stones, and a dish of water, and he eateth, and drinketh, and turneth, and lieth down.
(YLT)

1 Kings 19:8
and he riseth, and eateth, and drinketh, and goeth in the power of that food forty days and forty nights, unto the mount of God -- Horeb.
(YLT)

2 Kings 9:34
And he cometh in, and eateth, and drinketh, and saith, 'Look after, I pray you, this cursed one, and bury her, for she 'is' a king's daughter.'
(YLT)

Job 6:4
For the arrows of the Almighty are within me, the poison whereof drinketh up my spirit: the terrors of God do set themselves in array against me.
(KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS)

Job 15:16
How much more abominable and filthy is man, which drinketh iniquity like water?
(KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS)

Job 21:20
His own eyes see his destruction, And of the wrath of the Mighty he drinketh.
(YLT)

Job 34:7
What man is like Job, who drinketh up scorning like water?
(KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT)

Job 40:23
Behold, he drinketh up a river, and hasteth not: he trusteth that he can draw up Jordan into his mouth.
(KJV WBS)

Psalms 110:7
From a brook in the way he drinketh, Therefore he doth lift up the head!
(YLT)

Proverbs 26:6
He that sendeth a message by the hand of a fool cutteth off the feet, and drinketh damage.
(KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS)

Proverbs 31:7
He drinketh, and forgetteth his poverty, And his misery he remembereth not again.
(YLT)

Isaiah 29:8
It shall even be as when an hungry man dreameth, and, behold, he eateth; but he awaketh, and his soul is empty: or as when a thirsty man dreameth, and, behold, he drinketh; but he awaketh, and, behold, he is faint, and his soul hath appetite: so shall the multitude of all the nations be, that fight against mount Zion.
(KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS)

Isaiah 44:12
The smith with the tongs both worketh in the coals, and fashioneth it with hammers, and worketh it with the strength of his arms: yea, he is hungry, and his strength faileth: he drinketh no water, and is faint.
(KJV JPS ASV WBS)

Jeremiah 25:26
And all the kings of the north, The near and the far off, one unto another, And all the kingdoms of the earth, That 'are' on the face of the ground, And king Sheshach drinketh after them.
(YLT)

Ezekiel 34:19
And My flock the trodden thing of your feet consumeth, And the trampled thing of your feet drinketh?
(YLT)

Subtopics

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