The term "thoughtest" is an archaic form of the verb "think," found in older English translations of the Bible. It is not present in the Berean Standard Bible , which uses contemporary language. However, understanding its usage and context in Scripture can provide insight into biblical teachings on the nature of thought and the human mind.

Biblical Context

In the Bible, the concept of thought is significant, as it relates to the inner life of individuals and their relationship with God. The Scriptures emphasize the importance of aligning one's thoughts with God's will and wisdom. For instance, in Isaiah 55:8-9 , God declares, "For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways... As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are My ways higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts." This passage highlights the transcendence of God's thoughts compared to human understanding.

Moral and Spiritual Implications

The Bible frequently addresses the moral and spiritual dimensions of human thought. Proverbs 23:7 states, "For as he thinks in his heart, so is he." This verse underscores the idea that one's thoughts shape one's character and actions. The New Testament further develops this theme, urging believers to cultivate a mindset that reflects Christ's teachings. Philippians 4:8 instructs, "Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things."

Renewal of the Mind

The renewal of the mind is a central theme in the New Testament, emphasizing the transformation that occurs when one's thoughts are aligned with God's truth. Romans 12:2 exhorts believers, "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to discern what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God." This renewal is seen as essential for spiritual growth and discernment.

Divine Knowledge and Human Thought

The Bible also addresses the limitations of human thought in comprehending divine knowledge. In 1 Corinthians 2:11 , Paul writes, "For who among men knows the thoughts of man except his own spirit within him? So too, no one knows the thoughts of God except the Spirit of God." This passage highlights the necessity of the Holy Spirit in understanding God's thoughts and purposes.

Guarding the Mind

Scripture advises believers to guard their minds against influences that lead away from God's truth. 2 Corinthians 10:5 states, "We tear down arguments and every presumption set up against the knowledge of God; and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ." This verse emphasizes the active role believers must take in ensuring their thoughts are in submission to Christ's authority.

Conclusion

While the term "thoughtest" itself is not used in modern translations like the BSB, the biblical teachings on thought remain relevant. The Bible provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the significance of thought in the life of a believer, emphasizing the need for a mind renewed and aligned with God's will.

I Might Well Reply as I have done Even if it were a Question of a ...
... These things hast thou done, and I kept silence; thou thoughtest indeed by that
I should be such an one as thyself; but I will reprove thee, and set them ...
/.../31 i might well reply.htm

Immense is this Reward. How Shall we Obtain It?
... mother's son. These things thou hast done, and I kept silence; thou thoughtest,
wicked one, that I should be like to thyself. But ...
/.../chapter xxxv immense is this reward.htm

To those who Resist the Law of Christ the Living God.
... heaven. Thou art tormented, I see, when thou thoughtest to feel nothing;
but he lives and occupies the place on the right hand. ...
/.../commodianus/the instructions of commodianus/xxvi to those who resist the.htm

Immense is this Reward. How Shall we Obtain It?
... mother's son. These things thou hast done, and I kept silence; thou thoughtest,
wicked one, that I should be like to thyself. But ...
/.../keith/the epistles of clement/chapter xxxv immense is this reward.htm

A Calm Evening, Promising a Bright Morning
... Do men not live for years on His bounty, and all the while cherish suspicions of
His heart? 'Thou thoughtest that I was altogether such an one as thyself.' It ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/a calm evening promising a.htm

Of Compunction of Heart
... 5. If thou thoughtest upon thy death more often than how long thy life should
be, thou wouldest doubtless strive more earnestly to improve. ...
/.../kempis/imitation of christ/chapter xxi of compunction of.htm

Psalm CXLI.
... "Listen unto the voice of my prayer, while I cry unto Thee." Thou thoughtest the
business of crying already finished, when thou saidst, "I have cried unto Thee ...
/.../augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm cxli.htm

The Sentence of the Judge is Set Forth, the Counterpleas of the ...
... 125. Tell the Father that He hath created the Son, and He will answer: "Why, then,
hast thou worshipped One Whom thou thoughtest to be a created being?". 126. ...
/.../ambrose/works and letters of st ambrose/chapter xiv the sentence of.htm

The Emperor Thankfully Ascribes his victories and all Other ...
... Thou thoughtest, it may be, that some special power resided in images formed and
fashioned by human art; and hence thy reverence, and diligent care lest they ...
/.../the life of constantine/chapter xxii the emperor thankfully ascribes.htm

Elucidations.
... As it is written, Thou thoughtest that I was altogether such an one as thyself."
(Compare Matthew 20:14.) But let us not overlook his exposition of the ends ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/clement/the stromata or miscellanies/elucidations 4.htm

Thoughtest (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Thoughtest (1 Occurrence). Psalms 50:21 These
things hast thou done, and I kept silence; thou thoughtest...
/t/thoughtest.htm - 6k

Thought (821 Occurrences)

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Thoughtful (4 Occurrences)

/t/thoughtful.htm - 8k

Anthropomorphism
... This anthropomorphic procedure called forth Divine rebuke so early as Psalm 50:21:
"Thou thoughtest that I was altogether such a one as thyself." 2. Old ...
/a/anthropomorphism.htm - 20k

Reprove (35 Occurrences)
... Psalms 50:21 These things hast thou done, and I kept silence; thou thoughtest that
I was altogether such an one as thyself: but I will reprove thee, and set ...
/r/reprove.htm - 18k

Hadst (43 Occurrences)
... Psalms 50:21 These things hast thou done, and I kept silence; Thou thoughtest that
I was altogether such a one as thyself: But I will reprove thee, and set ...
/h/hadst.htm - 20k

Altogether (56 Occurrences)
... Psalms 50:21 These things hast thou done, and I kept silence; thou thoughtest that
I was altogether such an one as thyself: but I will reprove thee, and set ...
/a/altogether.htm - 25k

Silence (80 Occurrences)
... Psalms 50:21 These things hast thou done, and I kept silence; thou thoughtest that
I was altogether such an one as thyself: but I will reprove thee, and set ...
/s/silence.htm - 31k

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