Beholder

v.tr.

  1.
        1. To perceive by the visual faculty; see: beheld a tiny figure in the distance.
        2. To perceive through use of the mental faculty; comprehend: “Behold the man of the future” (Jerry Adler).
  2. To look upon; gaze at: We beheld a beautiful vista before us. See synonyms at see1.

v.intr.

Used in the imperative for the purpose of calling attention.