The term "throwest" is an archaic form of the verb "throw," found in older English translations of the Bible. It is used to describe the act of casting or hurling something with force. In the context of Scripture, "throwest" often conveys a sense of divine action or human response in various narratives and teachings.

Biblical Usage and Context

1. Divine Judgment and Action: The act of throwing is sometimes associated with God's judgment or intervention. For example, God may "throw" down the wicked or cast judgment upon nations. This imagery underscores God's sovereignty and power over creation and history.

2. Human Actions and Responses: In other instances, "throwest" can describe human actions, such as casting lots or throwing down idols. These actions often reflect obedience or disobedience to God's commands. The act of throwing can symbolize a decisive action, whether in faith or rebellion.

3. Symbolic and Metaphorical Uses: The term can also be used metaphorically to describe spiritual truths. For instance, casting away sin or burdens is a common biblical theme, illustrating the need for repentance and reliance on God's grace.

Scriptural References

While the Berean Standard Bible does not use the term "throwest," similar concepts can be found in various passages:

· Psalm 55:22 : "Cast your burden upon the LORD and He will sustain you; He will never let the righteous be shaken." This verse encourages believers to "throw" their burdens onto God, trusting in His sustaining power.

· Jonah 1:12 : "Pick me up and throw me into the sea," Jonah replied, "and it will become calm. I know that it is my fault that this great storm has come upon you." Here, Jonah instructs the sailors to throw him into the sea, acknowledging his role in the storm and demonstrating a willingness to face the consequences of his actions.

· Matthew 5:29 : "If your right eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell." Jesus uses the imagery of throwing away a sinful part of the body to emphasize the seriousness of sin and the radical steps needed to avoid it.

Theological Implications

The concept of "throwing" in the Bible often highlights themes of judgment, repentance, and divine intervention. It serves as a reminder of God's authority and the human responsibility to respond to His commands. Whether in the context of divine action or human response, the act of throwing carries significant spiritual weight, urging believers to consider their actions and their relationship with God.

In summary, while "throwest" may not appear in modern translations like the BSB, its underlying themes and actions are deeply embedded in the biblical narrative, offering rich insights into the nature of God and the human condition.

Affliction
... Yet, lest perchance I should too happy be. In my unhappiness,. Turning my
purge to food, Thou throwest me. Into more sicknesses. Thus ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/palgrave/the treasury of sacred song/xlv affliction.htm

1 Cor. Ix. 24
... vain. "For I have one at whom I may strike, ie, the devil. But thou dost
not strike him, but simply throwest away thy strength.". Now ...
/.../homilies on the epistles of paul to the corinthians/homily xxiii 1 cor ix.htm

Almighty.
... with money: but whenever thou hast made a bad use of that which is good, then being
unwilling to blame thine own management, thou impiously throwest back the ...
/.../cyril/lectures of s cyril of jerusalem/lecture viii almighty.htm

Rom. xii. 1
... For all these things, even before they come to light, are dissolving. If then thou
throwest the fashion aside, thou wilt speedily come to the form. ...
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2 Cor. Iv. 1, 2
... and for His glory doing whatsover I do. So that in warring against me thou
throwest down what is His. For so far am I from turning ...
/.../homilies on the epistles of paul to the corinthians/homily viii 2 cor iv.htm

Philippians iv. 14-Oct
... Because if thou who hast much throwest in but a small portion, thou gavest an alms
indeed, but not so great as the widow did; for thou didst not throw it in ...
/.../homily xv philippians iv 14-oct.htm

Rom. xii. 4, 5
... Him remission of sins, when thou art insolent to one who hath done no sin, and callest
him to account for this hunger and great necessity, and throwest all the ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily xxi rom xii 4.htm

1 Cor. Iv. 3, 4
... And thou, if thou seest but a little drop falling from the roof, throwest the whole
house into confusion, calling thy slaves and disturbing every thing: while ...
/.../homilies on the epistles of paul to the corinthians/homily xi 1 cor iv.htm

On the Departure of Flavian, Bishop of Antioch, who was Gone on an ...
... [1181] Psalm 106:2. [1182] Some add hotan katab?lles, lit. "when thou throwest him
down;" it may have some special meaning. See on Romans 2:18, Hom. XI. Comp. ...
/.../chrysostom/on the priesthood/homily iii on the departure.htm

Psalm L.
... whom I love." [1777] "But thou hatest instruction: and hast thrown My sayings behind
thee." The words that are said through thee, thou throwest behind thee. ...
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Throwest (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Throwest (1 Occurrence). Exodus 15:7 And in the
greatness of Thine excellency Thou overthrowest them that ...
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Withstanders (15 Occurrences)
... (YLT). Exodus 15:7 And in the abundance of Thine excellency Thou throwest down Thy
withstanders, Thou sendest forth Thy wrath -- It consumeth them as stubble. ...
/w/withstanders.htm - 10k

Throweth (4 Occurrences)

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Thrower (1 Occurrence)

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Abundance (194 Occurrences)
... Exodus 15:7 And in the abundance of Thine excellency Thou throwest down Thy
withstanders, Thou sendest forth Thy wrath -- It consumeth them as stubble. (YLT). ...
/a/abundance.htm - 41k

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