The term "savest" is an archaic form of the verb "save," often found in older English translations of the Bible. It is used to describe the act of delivering, rescuing, or preserving someone from harm, danger, or sin. In the context of Scripture, "savest" is frequently associated with God's power and willingness to save His people, both physically and spiritually.

Biblical Usage

In the Bible, the concept of salvation is central to the narrative of God's relationship with humanity. The term "savest" appears in various contexts, highlighting God's intervention in the lives of individuals and nations. It underscores the belief that salvation is an act of divine grace and mercy.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, "savest" is often used in the context of God delivering His people from their enemies or from perilous situations. For example, in Psalm 18:27 , it is written, "For You save an afflicted people, but You humble those with haughty eyes." Here, the psalmist acknowledges God's role in saving the humble and oppressed, contrasting it with His judgment on the proud.

Another instance is found in 2 Samuel 22:3 , where David declares, "My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold and my refuge, my Savior—You save me from violence." This verse reflects David's recognition of God's protection and deliverance from physical threats.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the concept of salvation takes on a more spiritual dimension, focusing on deliverance from sin and eternal death through Jesus Christ. While the specific term "savest" may not appear in modern translations, the underlying theme of salvation is prevalent.

For instance, in Matthew 1:21 , the angel tells Joseph about Mary, "She will give birth to a son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins." This verse highlights the mission of Jesus as the Savior, emphasizing the spiritual salvation He brings.

Theological Significance

Theologically, the term "savest" and its related concepts are foundational to understanding the nature of God's relationship with humanity. Salvation is seen as a gift from God, not earned by human effort but granted through faith in Jesus Christ. Ephesians 2:8-9 states, "For it is by grace you have been saved through faith, and this not from yourselves; it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast."

Conclusion

The term "savest" encapsulates the essence of God's saving work throughout the biblical narrative. Whether delivering His people from physical danger or offering eternal salvation through Christ, the concept underscores the divine initiative and grace inherent in the act of saving.

Psalm XXXVI.
... 10. Because he said, Thy Mercy is in the Heavens, that it may be known to be also
on earth, he said, "O Lord, Thou savest man and beast, [828] as Thy Mercy is ...
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The Lord Our Dwelling Place
... the God of my rock; in him will I trust; he is my shield, and the horn of my salvation,
my high tower, and my refuge, my Saviour; thou savest me from violence ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/smith/the god of all comfort/chapter 8 the lord our.htm

General Service for the Festivals of Our Lord Jesus Christ,
... As the King and God we adore Thee, since Thou destroyest our enemies and savest
Thine endurable people who celebrate Thy honoured (name of the event.) The ...
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The General Service to one Hieromartyr
... Child! Why dost Thou unjustly suffer this, O Word of God, that Thou savest
mankind? If Idiomelion be appointed, Glory, Tone 6. Most ...
/.../anonymous/the general menaion/chapter xvi the general service.htm

David's Song of victory
... even mine; The God of my rock, in him will I trust; My shield, and the horn of my
salvation, my high tower, and my refuge; My saviour, thou savest me from ...
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A Song of Christian Joy.
... Lord! joy's fountain ever, Thou art mine, I am Thine, No one can us sever. I am
Thine, because Thou gavest Life and blood For my good, By Thy death me savest. ...
/.../gerhardt/paul gerhardts spiritual songs/a song of christian joy.htm

Psalm XVII.
... 8. "Who savest them that hope in Thee from such as resist Thy right hand:"
from such as resist the favour, whereby Thou favourest Me. ...
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Revelation of Esdras.
... [2497] But if Thou hadst not given him Eve, the serpent would not have deceived
her; [2498] but whom Thou wilt Thou savest, and whom Thou wilt Thou destroyest. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/unknown/revelation of esdras/revelation of esdras.htm

"Himself He could not Save. " --Mark xv. 31
... He "came unto that very hour;". I'll joy in His reproach and shame,. "He savest
others;" I'll exclaim,. "Himself He could not save.". His agony and bloody sweat ...
/.../montgomery/sacred poems and hymns/hymn cxxv himself he could.htm

"Not to be Ministered Unto, but to Minister. "
... mine." Then I said, "The cases are not parallel; for to do this indeed becomes me
well; but it is terrible for you, the herald of God, and who savest our souls ...
/.../unknown/the clementine homilies/chapter vii not to be ministered.htm

Savest (7 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Savest (7 Occurrences). ... Job 26:2 How hast thou helped him
that is without power? how savest thou the arm that hath no strength? ...
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Saves (19 Occurrences)

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Saveth (36 Occurrences)

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Loving-kindnesses (8 Occurrences)
... Psalms 17:7 Shew wondrously thy loving-kindnesses, O thou that savest by thy right
hand them that trust in thee from those that rise up against them. (DBY). ...
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Loving-kindness (150 Occurrences)
... (DBY). Psalms 17:7 Shew wondrously thy loving-kindnesses, O thou that savest by
thy right hand them that trust in thee from those that rise up against them. ...
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Wondrously (6 Occurrences)
... Psalms 17:7 Shew wondrously thy loving-kindnesses, O thou that savest by thy right
hand them that trust in thee from those that rise up against them. ...
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Emptiness (17 Occurrences)
... shalt eat, and not be satisfied, and thine emptiness shall remain in the midst of
thee; and thou shalt take away, and not save; and what thou savest will I ...
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Marvellous (36 Occurrences)
... Psalms 17:7 Shew thy marvellous lovingkindness, O thou that savest by thy right
hand them which put their trust in thee from those that rise up against them. ...
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Preserver (7 Occurrences)
... 22:3 The God of my rock; in him will I trust: he is my shield, and the horn of my
salvation, my high tower, and my refuge, my preserver; thou savest me from ...
/p/preserver.htm - 8k

Bringest (18 Occurrences)
... eat, but not be satisfied; and thy humiliation shall be in the midst of thee: and
thou shalt put away, but shalt not save; and that which thou savest will I ...
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