The term "beginneth" is an archaic form of the word "begins," often found in older translations of the Bible. It signifies the commencement or initiation of an action, event, or state. In the context of Scripture, "beginneth" is used to describe the onset of divine actions, human endeavors, or the unfolding of God's plan throughout biblical history.

Biblical Usage:

1. Creation: The concept of beginning is foundational in the Bible, as seen in Genesis 1:1, "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." This verse marks the commencement of time and the universe, highlighting God's sovereignty and creative power. Although the Berean Standard Bible uses modern language, the essence of "beginneth" is captured in the initiation of creation.

2. Prophetic Fulfillment: The term is also relevant in the context of prophecy and its fulfillment. In the prophetic literature, the beginning of certain events often signals the unfolding of God's redemptive plan. For instance, the coming of the Messiah is a pivotal beginning in the narrative of salvation history.

3. New Covenant: The New Testament introduces the beginning of a new covenant through Jesus Christ. In Mark 1:1, "The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God," the term signifies the start of the good news and the ministry of Jesus, which brings about a new era of grace and truth.

4. Spiritual Life: In the life of a believer, "beginneth" can refer to the start of a spiritual journey. John 3:3 speaks of being "born again," indicating the beginning of a new life in Christ. This spiritual rebirth marks the commencement of a transformative relationship with God.

5. Eschatological Events: The Bible also speaks of the beginning of the end times. In Matthew 24:8, Jesus describes the signs of the end times as "the beginning of birth pains." This phrase indicates the start of a series of events leading to the culmination of history and the establishment of God's eternal kingdom.

Theological Significance:

The concept of "beginneth" underscores the dynamic nature of God's interaction with the world. It reflects the idea that God is continually at work, initiating new phases in His divine plan. Each beginning in the Bible is purposeful, pointing towards the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises.

In a broader theological context, "beginneth" reminds believers of the importance of new beginnings in their own lives. It encourages a perspective of hope and renewal, trusting in God's ability to initiate change and bring about His purposes in both individual lives and the world at large.

Here Beginneth the Prologue
... Here Beginneth the Prologue. IN the name of the Father and of the Son and
of the Holy Ghost! I charge thee and I beseech thee, with ...
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Here Beginneth a Book of Contemplation, the which is Called the ...
... Here beginneth a book of contemplation, the which is called the CLOUD OF UNKNOWING,
in the which a soul is oned with GOD. Here Beginneth ...
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Here Beginneth the History of Noah
... BIBLE STORIES AND RELIGIOUS CLASSICS HERE BEGINNETH THE HISTORY OF NOAH. The
First Sunday in Sexagesima. After that Adam was dead, died ...
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Here Beginneth the Life of Isaac
... BIBLE STORIES AND RELIGIOUS CLASSICS HERE BEGINNETH THE LIFE OF ISAAC.
WITH THE HISTORY OF ESAU AND OF JACOB Which is read in the ...
/.../wells/bible stories and religious classics/here beginneth the life of.htm

Here Beginneth the Story of Judith
... BIBLE STORIES AND RELIGIOUS CLASSICS HERE BEGINNETH THE STORY OF JUDITH.
Which is read the last Sunday of October. Arpaxhad, king ...
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Here Beginneth a Table of the Chapters
... Here Beginneth a Table of the Chapters. THE FIRST CHAPTER Of four degrees
of Christian men's living; and of the course of his calling ...
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Here Beginneth the History of Joseph and his Brethren
... BIBLE STORIES AND RELIGIOUS CLASSICS HERE BEGINNETH THE HISTORY OF JOSEPH
AND HIS BRETHREN. Which is read the Third Sunday in Lent. ...
/.../wells/bible stories and religious classics/here beginneth the history of 2.htm

That in the Time of this Work a Soul Hath no Special Beholding to ...
... HERE BEGINNETH THE FORTIETH CHAPTER That in the time of this work a soul hath no
special beholding to any vice in itself nor to any virtue in itself. ...
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That in the Time of this Word all the Creatures that ever have ...
... HERE BEGINNETH THE FIFTH CHAPTER That in the time of this word all the creatures
that ever have been, be now, or ever shall be, and all the works of those same ...
/.../anonymous/the cloud of unknowing/here beginneth the fifth chapter.htm

That in the Time of this Work the Remembrance of the Holiest ...
... HERE BEGINNETH THE NINTH CHAPTER That in the time of this work the remembrance of
the holiest Creature that ever God made letteth more than it profiteth. ...
/.../anonymous/the cloud of unknowing/here beginneth the ninth chapter.htm

Beginneth (8 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Beginneth (8 Occurrences). ... Judges 13:25 and the Spirit
of Jehovah beginneth to move him in the camp of Dan, between Zorah and Eshtaol. ...
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Turneth (249 Occurrences)
... Judges 16:19 and she maketh him sleep on her knees, and calleth for a man, and shaveth
the seven locks of his head, and beginneth to afflict him, and his power ...
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Nin'eveh (18 Occurrences)
... Jonah 3:4 And Jonah beginneth to go in to the city a journey of one day, and
proclaimeth, and saith, 'Yet forty days -- and Nineveh is overturned.' (See RSV). ...
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Proclaimeth (10 Occurrences)
... Jonah 3:4 And Jonah beginneth to go in to the city a journey of one day, and
proclaimeth, and saith, 'Yet forty days -- and Nineveh is overturned.' (YLT). ...
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Beginnest (1 Occurrence)

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Shaveth (6 Occurrences)
... Judges 16:19 and she maketh him sleep on her knees, and calleth for a man, and shaveth
the seven locks of his head, and beginneth to afflict him, and his power ...
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Shoot (51 Occurrences)
... His fury,) -- (YLT). Judges 16:22 And the hair of his head beginneth to
shoot up, when he hath been shaven, (YLT). 1 Samuel 20:20 ...
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Overturned (41 Occurrences)
... Jonah 3:4 And Jonah beginneth to go in to the city a journey of one day, and
proclaimeth, and saith, 'Yet forty days -- and Nineveh is overturned.' (YLT NIV). ...
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Beginning (187 Occurrences)

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Robe (142 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 17:39 And David girded his sword above his long robe, and beginneth to
go, for he hath not tried 'it'; and David saith unto Saul, 'I am not able to go ...
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