The term "many-sided" is not directly found in the Bible; however, the concept can be understood through the multifaceted nature of God's character, the diverse gifts of the Spirit, and the manifold wisdom of God as revealed in Scripture. This entry explores these themes, drawing from various biblical passages to illustrate the many-sided nature of God's work and character.

God's Many-sided Character

The Bible presents God as possessing a complex and multifaceted character. He is both just and merciful, loving and holy, transcendent and immanent. In Exodus 34:6-7 , God reveals Himself to Moses, saying, "The LORD, the LORD God, compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and truth, maintaining loving devotion to a thousand generations, forgiving iniquity, transgression, and sin. Yet He will by no means leave the guilty unpunished." This passage highlights the many-sided nature of God, who embodies both grace and justice.

The Diverse Gifts of the Spirit

The New Testament speaks of the many-sided nature of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, which are given to believers for the edification of the Church. In 1 Corinthians 12:4-6 , Paul writes, "There are different gifts, but the same Spirit. There are different ministries, but the same Lord. There are different ways of working, but the same God works all things in all people." This diversity of gifts reflects the many-sided work of the Spirit, who equips believers in various ways to serve the body of Christ.

The Manifold Wisdom of God

The manifold wisdom of God is another aspect of His many-sided nature. Ephesians 3:10 states, "His purpose was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms." The term "manifold" suggests a wisdom that is rich, varied, and multifaceted, demonstrating God's ability to work through diverse circumstances and people to accomplish His divine purposes.

The Many-sided Nature of Jesus Christ

Jesus Christ, as the Son of God, also embodies a many-sided nature. He is both fully God and fully man, the Lion of Judah and the Lamb of God. In John 1:14 , it is written, "The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth." Jesus' life and ministry reveal the many-sided nature of His mission, as He came to fulfill the law, offer salvation, and reveal the Father to humanity.

The Many-sided Nature of Scripture

The Bible itself is a many-sided book, containing history, poetry, prophecy, law, and gospel. It addresses a wide range of human experiences and emotions, offering guidance, comfort, and instruction. Hebrews 4:12 describes the Word of God as "living and active, sharper than any double-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and spirit, of joints and marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart." This dynamic nature of Scripture reflects its ability to speak to various aspects of life and faith.

In summary, while the term "many-sided" is not explicitly used in the Bible, the concept is evident in the diverse and multifaceted nature of God's character, the gifts of the Spirit, the wisdom of God, the person of Jesus Christ, and the Scriptures themselves. These elements together reveal the richness and depth of the Christian faith as presented in the Bible.1. (a.) Having many sides; -- said of figures. Hence, presenting many questions or subjects for consideration; as, a many-sided topic.

2. (a.) Interested in, and having an aptitude for, many unlike pursuits or objects of attention; versatile.

The Many-Sided Contrast of Wisdom and Folly
... THE PROVERBS THE MANY-SIDED CONTRAST OF WISDOM AND FOLLY. 'Whoso loveth
instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof ...
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Love Many-Sided. October 19.
... Love Many-sided. October 19. There are many sides to love"admiration, reverence,
gratitude, pity, affection; they are all different ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/kingsley/daily thoughts /love many-sided october 19.htm

Miscellaneous Phrases
... A graceful nonentity. A great and many-sided personality. ... A many-sided and
far-reaching enthusiasm. A marvelous sharpener of the faculties. ...
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'A Greater than Solomon'
... their triumph and pride. I. The Man. The story gives us a richly endowed
and many-sided character. It begins with lovely, youthful ...
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Fire on Earth
... So, then, my text opens out into thoughts of the many-sided applications of this
symbol. What hopes for the world and ourselves are suggested by that fire? ...
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A Servant of Men
... The many-sided Gospel had aspects fitted for the Gentiles who had never heard of
Moses, and the many-sided Apostle had links of likeness to the Greek and the ...
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The Ark of the House of Obed-Edom
... which I have been pointing out as inherent in all externals belongs here too, and
a man can determine to which aspect of the many-sided infinitude of the ...
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The Ideal Statesman [Footnote: Preached on Occasion of Mr. ...
... But, whilst much has been said, far more eloquently and authoritatively than I can
say it, about the many aspects of that many-sided life, surely it becomes us ...
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Treatise on the Priesthood. Book vi.
... children, who possess servants, and are surrounded with wealth, and fill public
positions, and are persons of influence, he too should be a many-sided man"I ...
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Expositions of Holy Scripture
... WISDOM AND CHRIST. THE TWO-FOLD ASPECT OF THE DIVINE WORKING. THE MANY-SIDED CONTRAST
OF WISDOM AND FOLLY. THE POOR RICH AND THE RICH POOR. THE TILLAGE OF THE POOR ...
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Many-sided (1 Occurrence)
Many-sided. Many-peaked, Many-sided. Maoch . Noah Webster's Dictionary ... Hence,
presenting many questions or subjects for consideration; as, a many-sided topic ...
/m/many-sided.htm - 7k

Maoch (1 Occurrence)

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Many-peaked (2 Occurrences)
Many-peaked. Many-colored, Many-peaked. Many-sided . Multi-Version Concordance ...
(DBY RSV). Many-colored, Many-peaked. Many-sided . Reference Bible.
/m/many-peaked.htm - 7k

Another's (28 Occurrences)
... 1 Peter 4:10 Whatever be the gifts which each has received, you must use them for
one another's benefit, as good stewards of God's many-sided kindness. (WEY). ...
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Sided (4 Occurrences)
... 1. (imp. & pp) of Side. 2. (a.) Having (such or so many) sides; -- used in
composition; as, one-sided; many-sided. Multi-Version Concordance ...
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Septuagint
... The Greek version of the Old Testament commonly known as the Septuagint holds
a unique place among translations. Its importance is manysided. ...
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Philosophy (1 Occurrence)
... His principles were developed by Plato into a complex and many-sided system which,
more than any other, has influenced all subsequent thought. ...
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Benefit (39 Occurrences)
... 1 Peter 4:10 Whatever be the gifts which each has received, you must use them for
one another's benefit, as good stewards of God's many-sided kindness. (WEY). ...
/b/benefit.htm - 19k

Kindness (295 Occurrences)
... (YLT). 1 Peter 4:10 Whatever be the gifts which each has received, you must use
them for one another's benefit, as good stewards of God's many-sided kindness. ...
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