The term "treadest" is an archaic form of the verb "tread," which means to step or walk on, over, or along something. In the context of the Bible, "treadest" often carries a deeper spiritual or symbolic meaning, reflecting authority, dominion, or judgment. The usage of "treadest" can be found in various passages throughout the Scriptures, illustrating both literal and metaphorical actions.

Biblical Usage and Context

1. Dominion and Authority: In the Bible, treading often symbolizes dominion and authority over enemies or adversaries. This is evident in passages where God promises victory to His people, assuring them that they will tread upon their foes. For example, in Deuteronomy 11:24 , it is written, "Every place where the sole of your foot treads will be yours." This promise to the Israelites signifies the extent of the land they will possess, emphasizing God's provision and their authority over the land.

2. Judgment and Conquest: Treading is also associated with judgment and conquest. In prophetic literature, it is used to describe God's judgment upon the nations. Isaiah 63:3 states, "I have trodden the winepress alone, and from the nations no one was with Me." Here, the imagery of treading the winepress symbolizes God's wrath and the execution of His righteous judgment upon the wicked.

3. Spiritual Warfare: The concept of treading is further extended to spiritual warfare, where believers are assured of victory over spiritual enemies. In Luke 10:19 , Jesus tells His disciples, "Behold, I have given you authority to tread on snakes and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you." This passage highlights the spiritual authority granted to believers to overcome demonic forces and the assurance of divine protection.

4. Metaphorical and Symbolic Meaning: Beyond its literal sense, treading can also have metaphorical implications. It can represent the path of life one chooses to walk, reflecting obedience or disobedience to God's commandments. Proverbs 4:26 advises, "Make a level path for your feet, and all your ways will be sure." This counsel underscores the importance of walking in righteousness and wisdom.

Theological Implications

The use of "treadest" in the Bible underscores themes of divine authority, judgment, and the believer's role in spiritual warfare. It reflects the biblical worldview that God is sovereign over all creation and that His people are called to walk in His ways, exercising the authority and victory granted to them through faith. The imagery of treading serves as a powerful reminder of the believer's journey, marked by obedience, spiritual vigilance, and the assurance of God's promises.

1 John v. 3-Jan
... thou treadest on me. Thou wouldest not ... thou treadest upon? Above [2530]
thou honorest me, beneath [2531] thou treadest upon me. ...
/.../ten homilies on the epistle of john to the parthians/homily x 1 john v.htm

None Greater than John the Baptist, Yet. . .
... the same man thou dost seek! "Where now with pain thou treadest, trod The
whitest of the saints of God! To show thee where their ...
//christianbookshelf.org/meyer/john the baptist/xii none greater than john.htm

Makaria He Hodos, He Poreue Semeron, Hoti
... And thou art blessed of God to-day. II. The path thou treadest He hath trod. Whom
heaven received from death's abode,". He knows each turning of the road. ...
/.../brownlie/hymns from the morningland/makaria he hodos he poreue.htm

Tuesday in Passion Week. By the which Will we are Sanctified ...
... Lord, in Thee I place my trust,. Thou art my defence and tower; Death Thou treadest
in the dust,. O'er my soul he hath no power. That I may have part in Thee,. ...
/.../winkworth/lyra germanica the christian year/tuesday in passion week by.htm

Despondency Self-Corrected. --Ps. Lxxvii.
... Confide in Thee alone: Through the wild sea Thou leddest. Thy chosen flock of yore;
Still on the waves Thou treadest,. And Thy redeem'd pass o'er. ...
/.../sacred poems and hymns/hymn clxxxv despondency self-corrected ps lxxvii.htm

M. Montgomery. In Time of Tribulation.
... alone! 7 Through the wild sea Thou leddest Thy chosen flock of yore; Still
on the wave thou treadest, And Thy redeemed pass o'er. ...
/.../various/book of hymns for public and private devotion/548 7 & 6s m.htm

The Eighteenth Theban Dynasty --(Continued)
... thou goest up into all the strange lands with a joyous heart, there is none who
will withstand Thy Majesty, for I am thy guide when thou treadest them underfoot ...
/.../chapter ithe eighteenth theban dynastycontinued.htm

Hebrews x. 26, 27
... wicked imaginations to Him. Christ wished to stay with thee: and thou treadest
Him down by surfeiting, by drunkenness. Let us listen ...
/.../homilies on the gospel of st john and hebrews/homily xx hebrews x 26.htm

Making Light of Christ
... Thou puttest the crown of everlasting life beneath thy feet; thou treadest the
palm-branch beneath thine unhallowed foot and thou thinkest it little to be saved ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 2 1856/making light of christ.htm

Christ's Humiliation in his Incarnation
... Hast thou an estate? Be not proud. The earth thou treadest on is richer than thou.
It has mines of gold and silver in its bowels. Hast thou beauty? ...
/.../watson/a body of divinity/6 christs humiliation in his.htm

Treadest (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Treadest (2 Occurrences). Psalms 91:13 On lion and
asp thou treadest, Thou trampest young lion and dragon. (YLT). ...
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Treadeth (25 Occurrences)

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Trampest (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Trampest (1 Occurrence). Psalms 91:13 On lion and
asp thou treadest, Thou trampest young lion and dragon. (YLT). ...
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Treaders (3 Occurrences)

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Drinkest (2 Occurrences)
... Micah 6:15 Thou -- thou sowest, and thou dost not reap, Thou -- thou treadest the
olive, And thou pourest not out oil, And new wine -- and thou drinkest not ...
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Pourest (2 Occurrences)
... Micah 6:15 Thou -- thou sowest, and thou dost not reap, Thou -- thou treadest the
olive, And thou pourest not out oil, And new wine -- and thou drinkest not ...
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Sowest (7 Occurrences)
... Micah 6:15 Thou -- thou sowest, and thou dost not reap, Thou -- thou treadest the
olive, And thou pourest not out oil, And new wine -- and thou drinkest not ...
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