Concordance
Accepteth (9 Occurrences)Galatians 2:6
But of these who seemed to be somewhat, (whatsoever they were, it maketh no matter to me: God accepteth no man's person:) for they who seemed to be somewhat in conference added nothing to me:
(KJV ASV WBS YLT)
Deuteronomy 10:17
for Jehovah your God -- He 'is' God of the gods, and Lord of the lords; God, the great, the mighty, and the fearful; who accepteth not persons, nor taketh a bribe;
(YLT)
Deuteronomy 28:50
a nation -- fierce of countenance -- which accepteth not the face of the aged, and the young doth not favour;
(YLT)
Job 33:26
He maketh supplication unto God, And He accepteth him. And he seeth His face with shouting, And He returneth to man His righteousness.
(YLT)
Job 34:19
How much less to him that accepteth not the persons of princes, nor regardeth the rich more than the poor? for they all are the work of his hands.
(KJV DBY WBS)
Proverbs 6:35
He accepteth not the appearance of any atonement, Yea, he doth not consent, Though thou dost multiply bribes!
(YLT)
Proverbs 10:8
The wise in heart accepteth commands, And a talkative fool kicketh.
(YLT)
Ecclesiastes 9:7
Go thy way, eat thy bread with joy, and drink thy wine with a merry heart; for God now accepteth thy works.
(KJV WBS)
Hosea 8:13
They sacrifice flesh for the sacrifices of mine offerings, and eat it; but the LORD accepteth them not; now will he remember their iniquity, and visit their sins: they shall return to Egypt.
(KJV JPS ASV WBS)
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Library
Its Meaning
... Answer: Justification is an act of God's free grace unto sinners, in which He pardoneth
all their sins, accepteth and accounteth their persons righteous in His ...
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The Treatise
... thought in faith. So teaches Ecclesiastes ix: "Go thy way with joy, eat
and drink, and know that God accepteth thy works. Let thy ...
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Commerce
... Jew when he wrote (Galatians 2:6): "But of these who seemed to be somewhat, whatsoever
they were, it maketh no matter to me: the face of man God accepteth not ...
/.../edersheim/sketches of jewish social life/chapter 12 commerce.htm
The Eleventh Proposition. Concerning Worship.
... and when we will, but where and when we are moved thereunto by the secret inspirations
of his Spirit in our hearts, which God heareth and accepteth of, and is ...
/.../the eleventh proposition concerning worship.htm
Concerning Worship.
... but where and when we are moved thereunto by the stirring and secret inspiration
of the Spirit of God in our hearts; which God heareth and accepteth of, and is ...
/.../proposition xi concerning worship.htm
Why Without, Then, Art Thou Staying?
... All for thine advantage proveth, E'en what hurtful may appear. Christ accepteth
thee and loveth, And His thoughts are all sincere. ...
/.../gerhardt/paul gerhardts spiritual songs/why without then art thou.htm
Up! Up! My Heart with Gladness.
... make me hesitate. What will, may angry be, My Head accepteth me, My Saviour
is my Shield, By Him all rage is still'd. He to the ...
/.../gerhardt/paul gerhardts spiritual songs/up up my heart with.htm
Revelations of Divine Love
... God accepteth the goodwill and the travail of His servant, howsoever we feel: wherefore
it pleaseth Him that we work both in our prayers and in good living, by ...
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What is Justification?
... A33: Justification is an act of God's free grace, wherein He pardoneth all our sins,
and accepteth us as righteous in His sight, only for the righteousness of ...
/.../the westminster shorter catechism/question 33 0 0 what is justification.htm
Of the Good, Peaceable Man
... 3. When a man beginneth to grow lukewarm, then he feareth a little labour, and
willingly accepteth outward consolation; but when he beginneth perfectly to ...
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Thesaurus
Accepteth (9 Occurrences)...Accepteth (9 Occurrences).
... Deuteronomy 28:50 a nation -- fierce of countenance --
which
accepteth not the face of the aged, and the young doth not favour; (YLT).
.../a/accepteth.htm - 9kBribes (14 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 10:17 for Jehovah your God -- He 'is' God of the gods, and Lord of the
lords; God, the great, the mighty, and the fearful; who accepteth not persons ...
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Bribe (27 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 10:17 for Jehovah your God -- He 'is' God of the gods, and Lord of the
lords; God, the great, the mighty, and the fearful; who accepteth not persons ...
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Accepts (14 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 10:17 for Jehovah your God -- He 'is' God of the gods, and Lord of the
lords; God, the great, the mighty, and the fearful; who accepteth not persons ...
/a/accepts.htm - 9k
Accept (106 Occurrences)
... 3); (2) of personal appeal, "He accept our exhortation" (2 Corinthians 8:17); (3)
of God's Impartiality (lambano, "to take," "receive"); "accepteth not man's ...
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Accepting (7 Occurrences)
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Kicketh (6 Occurrences)
... Ephraim hath not fixed. (YLT). Proverbs 10:8 The wise in heart accepteth commands,
And a talkative fool kicketh. (YLT). Proverbs 10:10 ...
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Talkative (5 Occurrences)
... hunteth to overflowing. (YLT). Proverbs 10:8 The wise in heart accepteth
commands, And a talkative fool kicketh. (YLT). Proverbs 10 ...
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Regardeth (21 Occurrences)
... not. (ASV). Job 34:19 How much less to him that accepteth not the persons
of princes, nor regardeth the rich more than the poor? for ...
/r/regardeth.htm - 12k
Returneth (27 Occurrences)
... the days of his youth. (See JPS ASV YLT). Job 33:26 He maketh supplication
unto God, And He accepteth him. And he seeth His face ...
/r/returneth.htm - 14k
Topical Encyclopedia
The term "accepteth" is an archaic form of the verb "accept," which appears in various translations of the Bible, including older versions like the King James Version. In the context of Scripture, "accepteth" generally refers to the act of receiving or approving something or someone favorably. This concept is significant in understanding God's relationship with humanity, the acceptance of offerings, and the acceptance of individuals into the community of believers.
Divine AcceptanceIn the Bible, divine acceptance is a central theme, illustrating God's willingness to receive those who come to Him with a sincere heart. This is often seen in the context of sacrifices and offerings. For instance, in
Genesis 4:4-5, God accepts Abel's offering but not Cain's, highlighting the importance of the heart's condition in worship. The Berean Standard Bible (BSB) reflects this principle in passages like
Psalm 51:17, which states, "The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, You will not despise."
Acceptance of IndividualsGod's acceptance of individuals is a recurring theme throughout the Bible.
Acts 10:34-35 (BSB) emphasizes that God shows no partiality: "Then Peter began to speak: 'I now truly understand that God does not show favoritism, but welcomes those from every nation who fear Him and do what is right.'" This passage underscores the inclusivity of the Gospel message, affirming that God's acceptance transcends ethnic and cultural boundaries.
Acceptance in the Community of BelieversThe New Testament further elaborates on the acceptance of individuals within the community of believers.
Romans 15:7 (BSB) instructs, "Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring glory to God." This command highlights the importance of mutual acceptance among Christians, reflecting the unity and love that should characterize the body of Christ.
Acceptance of Offerings and WorshipThe acceptance of offerings and worship is another critical aspect of the biblical narrative. In the Old Testament, God provided specific instructions for acceptable offerings, as seen in Leviticus. The New Testament shifts the focus to spiritual sacrifices, as noted in
1 Peter 2:5 (BSB): "You also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ."
Faith and AcceptanceFaith plays a crucial role in divine acceptance.
Hebrews 11:6 (BSB) states, "And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who approaches Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him." This verse highlights that faith is foundational to being accepted by God, as it reflects trust and reliance on His promises.
ConclusionThe concept of "accepteth" in the Bible encompasses God's acceptance of individuals, offerings, and worship, as well as the mutual acceptance among believers. It underscores the importance of a sincere heart, faith, and obedience in one's relationship with God and the community of faith.
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