The term "assembleth" is an archaic form of the verb "assemble," which means to gather together or bring together into a group or assembly. In the context of the Bible, it often refers to the gathering of people for religious, communal, or significant events. The concept of assembling is deeply rooted in the biblical narrative, reflecting both the physical gathering of individuals and the spiritual unity of God's people.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, the act of assembling is frequently associated with the Israelites gathering for worship, instruction, or important communal decisions. One notable instance is found in the book of Exodus, where Moses assembles the people to communicate God's commandments and instructions. In Exodus 35:1 , it is written, "Then Moses assembled the whole congregation of the Israelites and said to them, 'These are the things that the LORD has commanded you to do.'"

The assembly of the people was also a critical component of the covenantal relationship between God and Israel. In Deuteronomy 31:12 , Moses instructs, "Assemble the people—men, women, children, and the foreigners within your gates—so that they may listen and learn to fear the LORD your God and to follow carefully all the words of this law."

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the concept of assembling takes on a new dimension with the formation of the early Christian church. Believers are encouraged to gather regularly for worship, teaching, fellowship, and the breaking of bread. Hebrews 10:25 exhorts believers, "Let us not neglect meeting together, as some have made a habit, but let us encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching."

The early church's practice of assembling is evident in Acts 2:42 , which states, "They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer." This gathering was not merely a physical assembly but a spiritual communion that strengthened the body of Christ.

Theological Significance

The act of assembling is not only a practical necessity for communal worship and instruction but also a profound expression of unity and identity among God's people. It signifies obedience to God's commands, a commitment to communal life, and a shared purpose in advancing God's kingdom. The assembly of believers is a foretaste of the ultimate gathering of all God's people in the eschatological fulfillment of His promises.

Throughout Scripture, the assembly serves as a reminder of God's presence among His people and His desire for them to live in harmony and faithfulness. The call to assemble is both an invitation and a command, reflecting the communal nature of the faith and the importance of coming together to worship, learn, and grow in the knowledge and love of God.Assembleth (9 Occurrences)

Exodus 35:1
And Moses assembleth all the company of the sons of Israel, and saith unto them, 'These 'are' the things which Jehovah hath commanded -- to do them:
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Numbers 16:19
And Korah assembleth against them all the company unto the opening of the tent of meeting, and the honour of Jehovah is seen by all the company.
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1 Kings 12:21
And Rehoboam cometh to Jerusalem, and assembleth all the house of Judah and the tribe of Benjamin, a hundred and eighty thousand chosen warriors, to fight with the house of Israel, to bring back the kingdom to Rehoboam son of Solomon.
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1 Chronicles 13:5
And David assembleth all Israel from Shihor of Egypt even unto the entering in of Hamath, to bring in the ark of God from Kirjath-Jearim,
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1 Chronicles 15:3
And David assembleth all Israel unto Jerusalem, to bring up the ark of Jehovah unto its place that he had prepared for it.
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1 Chronicles 28:1
And David assembleth all the heads of Israel, heads of the tribes, and heads of the courses who are serving the king, and heads of the thousands, and heads of the hundreds, and heads of all the substance and possessions of the king, and of his sons, with the officers and the mighty ones, even to every mighty one of valour -- unto Jerusalem.
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2 Chronicles 11:1
And Rehoboam cometh in to Jerusalem, and assembleth the house of Judah and Benjamin, a hundred and eighty thousand chosen warriors, to fight with Israel, to bring back the kingdom to Rehoboam.
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Isaiah 11:12
And He hath lifted up an ensign to nations, And gathereth the driven away of Israel, And the scattered of Judah He assembleth, From the four wings of the earth.
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Habakkuk 2:5
And moreover, the wine is treacherous: he is a proud man, and keepeth not at rest, he enlargeth his desire as Sheol, and he is like death and cannot be satisfied; and he assembleth unto him all nations, and gathereth unto him all peoples.
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Assembleth (9 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Assembleth (9 Occurrences). Exodus 35:1 And Moses
assembleth all the company of the sons of Israel, and ...
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Assemblies (48 Occurrences)

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Courses (28 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 28:1 And David assembleth all the heads of Israel, heads of the tribes,
and heads of the courses who are serving the king, and heads of the ...
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Assembles (1 Occurrence)

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Gathereth (65 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 11:12 And He hath lifted up an ensign to nations, And gathereth the driven
away of Israel, And the scattered of Judah He assembleth, From the four wings ...
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Serving (85 Occurrences)
... (YLT). 1 Chronicles 28:1 And David assembleth all the heads of Israel, heads of
the tribes, and heads of the courses who are serving the king, and heads of the ...
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Wings (81 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 11:12 And He hath lifted up an ensign to nations, And gathereth the driven
away of Israel, And the scattered of Judah He assembleth, From the four wings ...
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Driven (128 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 11:12 And He hath lifted up an ensign to nations, And gathereth the driven
away of Israel, And the scattered of Judah He assembleth, From the four wings ...
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Assemble (77 Occurrences)
... he is a proud man, and keepeth not at rest, he enlargeth his desire as Sheol, and
he is like death and cannot be satisfied; and he assembleth unto him all ...
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Company (287 Occurrences)
... Exodus 35:1 And Moses assembleth all the company of the sons of Israel, and saith
unto them, 'These 'are' the things which Jehovah hath commanded -- to do them ...
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