Definition and Usage:
The term "numberest" is an archaic form of the verb "number," which means to count or to assign a numerical value to something. In the context of the Bible, numbering often refers to the act of taking a census or counting the people, livestock, or other items of significance. This term is primarily found in older translations of the Bible, such as the King James Version, and is not commonly used in modern translations like the Berean Standard Bible .

Biblical Context:
In the Bible, the act of numbering is significant in several contexts, often associated with God's instructions or human actions that have spiritual implications. The most notable instances of numbering occur in the context of censuses taken by the Israelites.

1. Census in the Wilderness:
· In the Book of Numbers, God commands Moses to take a census of the Israelite community. Numbers 1:2-3 states, "Take a census of the whole congregation of Israel by their clans and families, listing every man by name, one by one. You and Aaron are to number those who are twenty years of age or older by their divisions—everyone who can serve in Israel’s army." This census was crucial for organizing the people for military and religious purposes as they journeyed through the wilderness.

2. David's Census:
· Another significant instance of numbering occurs in 2 Samuel 24 and 1 Chronicles 21, where King David orders a census of Israel and Judah. This act displeases God, leading to a plague as a consequence. 2 Samuel 24:10 records David's remorse: "After David had numbered the troops, his conscience was stricken, and he said to the LORD, 'I have sinned greatly in what I have done. Now, O LORD, please take away the iniquity of Your servant, for I have acted very foolishly.'" This event highlights the importance of seeking God's guidance and the potential consequences of acting independently of His will.

3. Symbolic Numbering:
· In the prophetic and apocalyptic literature, numbers often carry symbolic meanings. For example, the Book of Revelation frequently uses numbers to convey spiritual truths and divine order. While the term "numberest" itself is not used, the concept of numbering is integral to understanding the symbolic language of prophecy.

Theological Implications:
The act of numbering in the Bible often reflects themes of divine order, authority, and accountability. It underscores the belief that God is sovereign over all creation, including the people He has chosen. The censuses in the Bible serve not only practical purposes but also spiritual ones, reminding the Israelites of their identity as God's people and their responsibilities under His covenant.

Moral and Ethical Considerations:
The account of David's census serves as a cautionary tale about pride and reliance on human strength rather than trusting in God's provision and protection. It illustrates the importance of humility and obedience to God's commands. The consequences of David's actions remind believers of the need for repentance and the mercy of God in forgiving sins.

Conclusion:
While the term "numberest" may not appear in modern translations, the concept of numbering remains a significant biblical theme. It reflects God's order and purpose for His people and serves as a reminder of the importance of obedience and trust in His divine plan.

Grief and Consolation by a Mother's Death-Bed.
... Draw me to my Lord above.". "Yet even there, in bliss undying,. When thou numberest
thine own,. Mother, shall not we be wanting". We, who here in bondage groan? ...
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But what Moved Me, O Lord My God, to Dedicate These Books unto ...
... a man? Man himself is a great deep, whose very hairs Thou numberest, O Lord,
and they fall not to the ground without Thee. And yet ...
/.../augustine/the confessions of saint augustine/chapter xiv but what moved.htm

Concerning the Books which He Wrote "On the Fair and Fit ...
... to be? Man himself is a great deep, whose very hairs Thou numberest, O Lord,
and they fall not to the ground without Thee. [327] And ...
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Book 5 Footnotes
... When thou takest the sum of the children of Israel after their number, then shall
they give a ransom for his soul unto the Lord, when thou numberest them; that ...
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Heavenly Contemplation Exemplified, and the Whole Work Concluded.
... with thee in rest; and while my body shall lie mouldering in the dust, let my soul
have the inheritance of the saints in light!' O thou that numberest the very ...
/.../the saints everlasting rest/chapter xvi heavenly contemplation exemplified.htm

Numberest (3 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Numberest (3 Occurrences). ... (KJV JPS ASV WBS). Job 14:16
For now thou numberest my steps: dost thou not watch over my sin? ...
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Takest (17 Occurrences)
... takest the sum of the children of Israel after their number, then shall they give
every man a ransom for his soul unto the LORD, when thou numberest them; that ...
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Sum (34 Occurrences)
... takest the sum of the children of Israel after their number, then shall they give
every man a ransom for his soul unto the LORD, when thou numberest them; that ...
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Numbereth (9 Occurrences)

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Israelites (468 Occurrences)
... sum of the children of Israel, according to their number, then shall they give every
man a ransom for his soul unto the LORD, when thou numberest them; that ...
/i/israelites.htm - 35k

Numberer (2 Occurrences)

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