The term "inhabitest" is an archaic form of the verb "inhabit," which means to dwell or reside in a place. In the context of the Bible, it often refers to the presence of God dwelling among His people or in a specific location. This concept is significant in understanding the relationship between God and His creation, as well as His chosen people, Israel.

Biblical Usage:

1. Divine Presence:
The term is frequently used to describe God's dwelling among His people. In the Old Testament, God's presence was often associated with the Tabernacle and later the Temple in Jerusalem. For example, Psalm 22:3 states, "Yet You are holy, enthroned on the praises of Israel." Here, the idea is that God "inhabitest" or dwells among the praises of His people, indicating His close relationship with them.

2. God's Sovereignty:
The concept of God inhabiting a place underscores His sovereignty and authority over all creation. Isaiah 57:15 declares, "For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: 'I dwell in the high and holy place, and also with him who is of a contrite and lowly spirit, to revive the spirit of the lowly and to revive the heart of the contrite.'" This passage highlights God's transcendence and immanence, as He inhabits both the eternal realm and the hearts of the humble.

3. Covenantal Relationship:
The use of "inhabitest" also reflects the covenantal relationship between God and Israel. In Exodus 29:45-46 , God promises, "Then I will dwell among the Israelites and be their God. And they will know that I am the LORD their God, who brought them out of the land of Egypt, so that I might dwell among them. I am the LORD their God." This promise emphasizes God's commitment to His people and His desire to be present with them.

4. Eschatological Hope:
The prophetic literature often speaks of a future time when God will fully inhabit the earth, bringing about a new creation. Revelation 21:3 envisions this ultimate fulfillment: "And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, 'Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be His people, and God Himself will be with them as their God.'" This eschatological hope is central to the Christian faith, anticipating the time when God's presence will be fully realized among His people.

Theological Implications:

The concept of God inhabiting a place or people carries profound theological implications. It speaks to God's desire for intimacy with His creation and His willingness to be present in the midst of human affairs. This presence is not limited to physical structures but extends to the hearts of believers, as seen in the New Testament teaching that the Holy Spirit dwells within Christians (1 Corinthians 3:16).

Moreover, the idea of God inhabiting praises, places, and people serves as a reminder of His holiness and the reverence due to Him. It calls believers to live in a manner worthy of His presence, fostering a life of worship, obedience, and humility.

Predictions of Christ in Ps. xxii.
... But Thou, the Praise of Israel, inhabitest the holy place. Our fathers trusted
in Thee; they trusted, and Thou didst deliver them. ...
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In what Sense Christ is [Called] Jacob, and Israel, and Son of Man ...
... Chapter C."In what sense Christ is [called] Jacob, and Israel, and Son of Man.
"Then what follows "But Thou, the praise of Israel, inhabitest the holy place ...
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On Opening a Place for Social Prayer.
... And every place is hallowed ground. For thou, within no walls confined,. Inhabitest
the humble mind; Such ever bring thee, where they come,. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/newton/olney hymns/hymn 44 on opening a.htm

March 23 Morning
... Thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel."Draw not nigh hither;
put off thy shoes from off thy feet, for the place whereon thou standest ...
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For Social Worship.
... 2 For thou, within no walls confined, Inhabitest the humble mind; Such ever bring
thee where they come, And, going, take thee to their home. ...
/.../adams/hymns for christian devotion/910 for social worship.htm

How is Christ, as the Life, to be Applied by a Soul that Misseth ...
... 2. He should justify God in all that he doth, and say with David, Psal. xxii.3.
"But thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel.". ...
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Sixth Day. Holiness and Glory.
... 2. Our Holiness as Praise. Praise gives glory to God, and is thus an element of
holiness. 'Thou art holy, Thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel.'. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/murray/holy in christ/sixth day holiness and glory.htm

Praises and Vows Accepted in Zion
... And every place is hallow'd ground,. For thou within no walls confined,. Inhabitest
the humble mind; Such ever bring thee where they come,. ...
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The Second vision "In Heaven"
... But thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel" (Psalm 22:2,
3((3, 4). (2) "I was dumb with silence (Psalm 39:2 (3)). (3) "Truly my soul is ...
/.../bullinger/commentary on revelation/the second vision in heaven.htm

1 Thessalonians iv. 13
... Dost thou not know the earth from which thou wast brought forth, in which thou wast
nourished, which thou inhabitest, on which thou walkest, without which thou ...
/.../homily vii 1 thessalonians iv.htm

Inhabitest (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Inhabitest (1 Occurrence). Psalms 22:3 But thou art holy,
O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel. (KJV ASV WBS). ...
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Inhabiters (2 Occurrences)

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Inhabiteth (6 Occurrences)

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Enthroned (25 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). Psalms 22:3 But thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of
Israel. (See JPS NAS RSV NIV). Psalms 29:10 Yahweh sat enthroned at the Flood. ...
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