The term "willeth" is an archaic English word that appears in some translations of the Bible, including the King James Version (KJV). It is derived from the verb "will," which in this context means to desire, wish, or intend. In modern translations, such as the Berean Standard Bible , "willeth" is often rendered as "wills" or "desires."

Biblical Usage:

The concept of "willeth" is significant in understanding the nature of God's will and human will as presented in the Scriptures. It reflects the intentions and desires of both God and individuals, highlighting the interplay between divine sovereignty and human responsibility.

1. Divine Will:

The Bible frequently speaks of God's will as sovereign and purposeful. God's will is perfect, and His desires are ultimately for the good of His creation. In the New Testament, the will of God is often associated with His redemptive plan through Jesus Christ. For example, in 1 Timothy 2:4 , it is stated that God "wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth." This reflects God's desire for humanity's salvation and His benevolent intentions.

2. Human Will:

Human will, in contrast, is often depicted as flawed and in need of alignment with God's will. The Bible encourages believers to seek and follow God's will in their lives. Romans 12:2 exhorts believers to "be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God." This verse underscores the importance of discerning and adhering to God's will as a mark of spiritual maturity.

3. Interplay of Wills:

The interaction between divine and human will is a recurring theme in Scripture. While God is sovereign, He allows human beings the freedom to choose, which can lead to either alignment with or rebellion against His will. This dynamic is evident in the narrative of the Garden of Eden, where Adam and Eve exercised their will contrary to God's command, resulting in the Fall (Genesis 3).

Theological Implications:

The concept of "willeth" raises important theological questions about predestination, free will, and the nature of God's sovereignty. Conservative Christian theology often emphasizes that while God's will is ultimately irresistible and will be accomplished, He has endowed humans with the capacity to make meaningful choices. This view upholds the belief in human responsibility and the call to live in accordance with God's will.

Practical Application:

For believers, understanding the concept of "willeth" involves seeking to align one's desires and actions with God's will. This requires prayer, study of Scripture, and a willingness to submit to God's guidance. As Jesus taught in the Lord's Prayer, believers are to pray, "Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven" (Matthew 6:10), expressing a desire for God's perfect will to be realized in their lives and the world.

In summary, "willeth" encapsulates the biblical teaching on the desires and intentions of both God and humans. It serves as a reminder of the importance of seeking God's will and the transformative power of aligning one's life with His divine purposes.

"God Willeth to be Seen and to be Sought: to be Abided and to be ...
... THE SECOND REVELATION CHAPTER X "God willeth to be seen and to be sought:
to be abided and to be trusted". "God willeth to be seen ...
/.../julian/revelations of divine love/chapter x god willeth to.htm

"True Love Teacheth us that we Should Hate Sin Only for Love. " " ...
... REVELATION CHAPTER XL "True love teacheth us that we should hate sin only for love."
"To me was shewed no harder hell than sin." "God willeth that we endlessly ...
/.../julian/revelations of divine love/chapter xl true love teacheth.htm

That the Mind Commandeth the Mind, but it Willeth not Entirely.
... Book VIII. Chapter IX."That the Mind Commandeth the Mind, But It Willeth Not Entirely.
21. ... But it willeth not entirely; therefore it commandeth not entirely. ...
/.../the confessions and letters of st/chapter ix that the mind commandeth.htm

The Freedom of the Will is Also the Gift of God, for God Worketh ...
... it is God which worketh in you, both to will and to do of His own good pleasure;"
[1133] and in another place: "So, then, it is not of him that willeth, nor of ...
/.../augustine/the enchiridion/chapter 32 the freedom of the.htm

Predestination and the Justice of God
... 98. Furthermore, who would be so impiously foolish as to say that God cannot turn
the evil wills of men"as he willeth, when he willeth, and where he willeth ...
/.../handbook on faith hope and love/chapter xxv predestination and the.htm

The Triumph of God's Sovereign Good Will
... Or, again, it can happen that a man of evil will can will something that God also
willeth with a good will"as, for example, a bad son wills that his father ...
/.../augustine/handbook on faith hope and love/chapter xxvi the triumph of.htm

Limits of God's Plan for Human Salvation
... Accordingly, when we hear and read in sacred Scripture that God "willeth that all
men should be saved," [221] although we know well enough that not all men are ...
/.../augustine/handbook on faith hope and love/chapter xxvii limits of gods.htm

"I was Taught that I Should See Mine Own Sin, and not Other Men's ...
... For He willeth that we [should] know by the sweetness and homely loving of Him,
that all that we see or feel, within or without, that is contrary to this is of ...
/.../julian/revelations of divine love/chapter lxxix i was taught.htm

He Argues against Adversaries Concerning the Heaven of Heavens.
... Wherefore, He willeth not one thing now, another anon, but once and for ever He
willeth all things that He willeth; not again and again, nor now this, now that ...
/.../the confessions and letters of st/chapter xv he argues against adversaries.htm

"Accuse not Thyself Overmuch, Deeming that Thy Tribulation and Thy ...
... not thyself overmuch, deeming that thy tribulation and thy woe is all thy fault."
"All thy living is penance profitable." "In the remedy He willeth that we ...
/.../julian/revelations of divine love/chapter lxxvii accuse not thyself.htm

Willeth (14 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Willeth (14 Occurrences). Matthew 11:27 All things
have been delivered unto me of my Father: and no one ...
/w/willeth.htm - 11k

Wills (12 Occurrences)
... John 3:8 the Spirit where he willeth doth blow, and his voice thou dost hear, but
thou hast not known whence he cometh, and whither he goeth; thus is every one ...
/w/wills.htm - 9k

Volition
... Thus, Matthew 11:27, "willeth to"; John 7:17, "if any man willeth to do his will";
1 Timothy 6:9, the American Standard Revised Version "they that are minded ...
/v/volition.htm - 11k

Whomever (22 Occurrences)
... WEB NAS). Romans 9:18 so, then, to whom He willeth, He doth kindness, and
to whom He willeth, He doth harden. (See RSV). 1 Corinthians ...
/w/whomever.htm - 13k

Kingdoms (65 Occurrences)
... of the holy ones the requirement, to the intent that the living may know that the
Most High is ruler in the kingdom of men, and to whom He willeth He giveth it ...
/k/kingdoms.htm - 29k

Will (64996 Occurrences)
... Thus, Matthew 11:27, "willeth to"; John 7:17, "if any man willeth to do his will";
1 Timothy 6:9, the American Standard Revised Version "they that are minded ...
/w/will.htm - 13k

Kindness (295 Occurrences)
... kindness: (YLT). Romans 9:18 so, then, to whom He willeth, He doth kindness,
and to whom He willeth, He doth harden. (YLT). Romans ...
/k/kindness.htm - 45k

Verdict (7 Occurrences)
... of the holy ones the requirement, to the intent that the living may know that the
Most High is ruler in the kingdom of men, and to whom He willeth He giveth it ...
/v/verdict.htm - 8k

Know (8133 Occurrences)
... The moral conditions of spiritual knowledge are continually insisted on ("If any
man willeth to do his will, he shall know of the teaching, whether it is of God ...
/k/know.htm - 12k

Knowledge
... The moral conditions of spiritual knowledge are continually insisted on ("If any
man willeth to do his will, he shall know of the teaching, whether it is of God ...
/k/knowledge.htm - 12k

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