Presumeth
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The term "presumeth" is derived from the verb "presume," which means to take for granted, assume, or act overconfidently without proper authority or evidence. In the context of the Bible, presumption often refers to an attitude of overconfidence or arrogance, particularly in relation to God's commands and will.

Biblical Context and Usage

In the Scriptures, presumption is frequently associated with sin and disobedience. It is an attitude that leads individuals to act beyond the boundaries set by God, often resulting in dire consequences. The Bible warns against presumption, highlighting the importance of humility and obedience to God's word.

Key Biblical References

1. Deuteronomy 17:12-13 : "The man who acts presumptuously by not listening to the priest who stands there to serve the LORD your God, or to the judge, that man must die. You must purge the evil from Israel. Then all the people will hear and be afraid, and will no longer behave arrogantly."

In this passage, presumption is linked to the refusal to heed the authority of the priest or judge appointed by God. Such an act of defiance is considered a serious offense, warranting severe punishment to maintain order and reverence for God's established leadership.

2. Numbers 15:30-31 : "But the person who sins defiantly, whether native or foreigner, blasphemes the LORD. That person shall be cut off from his people. He has despised the word of the LORD and broken His commandment; that person shall be completely cut off; his guilt shall remain on him."

Here, presumption is equated with defiant sin, an intentional and rebellious act against God's commandments. This passage underscores the gravity of presumption as it reflects a heart that blasphemes and despises the word of the Lord.

3. Psalm 19:13 : "Keep Your servant also from willful sins; may they not rule over me. Then I will be blameless and cleansed of great transgression."

The psalmist acknowledges the danger of presumptuous sins, seeking God's help to avoid them. This verse highlights the need for divine assistance to remain humble and obedient, recognizing human susceptibility to overstepping God's boundaries.

Theological Implications

Presumption in the biblical sense is not merely an error in judgment but a willful act of rebellion against God's authority. It reflects a heart that is self-reliant and dismissive of divine guidance. The Bible consistently portrays presumption as a serious sin because it challenges God's sovereignty and disrupts the order He has established.

Practical Application

Believers are called to cultivate a spirit of humility and submission to God's will, avoiding the pitfalls of presumption. This involves a conscious effort to seek God's guidance through prayer, study of the Scriptures, and adherence to His commandments. By recognizing the limits of human understanding and the supremacy of God's wisdom, Christians can guard against the sin of presumption and live in accordance with God's will.
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A Good Teaching How a Man Shall Flee These Deceits, and Work More ...
... And therefore be wary, for surely what beastly heart that presumeth for to touch
the high mount of this work, it shall be beaten away with stones. ...
/.../anonymous/the cloud of unknowing/here beginneth the six and 3.htm

"As Verily as Sin is Unclean, So Verily is it Unkind" --A Disease ...
... For of nature the Child despaireth not of the Mother's love, of nature the Child
presumeth not of itself, of nature the Child loveth the Mother and each one of ...
/.../julian/revelations of divine love/chapter lxiii as verily as.htm

Of the Diverse Motions of Nature and of Grace
... argueth for self; but Grace bringeth back all things to God from whom they came
at the beginning; ascribeth no good to herself nor arrogantly presumeth; is not ...
/.../kempis/imitation of christ/chapter liv of the diverse.htm

The Sermon that the Reverend Father in Christ
... be looked for, that he be one whom God hath called and put in office, and not one
that cometh uncalled, unsent for; not one that of himself presumeth to take ...
/.../sermons on the card and other discourses/the sermon that the reverend.htm

Psalm CXXII.
... up? "To confess unto Thy Name, O Lord." It could not be more nobly expressed.
As pride presumeth, so doth humility confess. As he ...
/.../augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm cxxii.htm

Of the Distribution of the Keys, and their Power, or of the ...
... vers.9. 2. He presumeth the Church will be of the same mind with him, and concur
in the censure of him that troubled them with corrupt doctrine, v.10. ...
/.../chap ii of the distribution.htm

The Uses of the Law
... did, which is mentioned in the gospel, he would swear that he is righteous, and
therefore he conceiveth an opinion of righteousness, and presumeth of his good ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 3 1857/the uses of the law.htm

Christian Morals. Part ii.
... That the smoothest way unto the grave is made by bleeding, as common opinion presumeth,
beside the sick and fainting languors which accompany that effusion ...
//christianbookshelf.org/browne/christian morals/christian morals part ii.htm

Against Foolish Talking and Jesting.
... This offence also proportionably groweth more criminal as it presumeth to reach
persons eminent in dignity or worth, unto whom special veneration is appropriate ...
/.../against foolish talking and jesting.htm

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Deuteronomy 18:20
Only, the prophet who presumeth to speak a word in My name -- that which I have not commanded him to speak -- and who speaketh in the name of other gods -- even that prophet hath died.
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