The term "alloweth" is an archaic form of the verb "allow," which means to permit, approve, or give permission for something. In the context of the Bible, "alloweth" is often used to describe God's permission or approval of certain actions, behaviors, or circumstances. While the specific term "alloweth" may not appear frequently in modern translations, the concept is prevalent throughout Scripture, reflecting God's sovereign will and the moral and ethical boundaries He sets for humanity.

Biblical Context and Usage

1. Divine Permission and Sovereignty: The concept of God allowing certain events or actions is closely tied to His sovereignty. God, in His omniscience and omnipotence, permits certain things to happen according to His divine plan and purpose. This is evident in the account of Job, where God allows Satan to test Job's faith, but within divinely set limits (Job 1:12: "The LORD said to Satan, 'Very well, then, everything he has is in your hands, but on the man himself do not lay a finger.'").

2. Moral and Ethical Boundaries: God's allowance is also seen in the moral and ethical guidelines provided in Scripture. While God permits human free will, He sets boundaries through His commandments and laws. For instance, in the New Testament, the Apostle Paul discusses the concept of Christian liberty, emphasizing that while all things may be permissible, not all things are beneficial or constructive (1 Corinthians 10:23: "Everything is permissible, but not everything is beneficial. Everything is permissible, but not everything is edifying.").

3. Human Responsibility: The allowance of God also implies human responsibility. While God permits certain actions, individuals are accountable for their choices. This is evident in the teachings of Jesus, who often spoke about the consequences of one's actions and the importance of aligning with God's will (Matthew 7:21: "Not everyone who says to Me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of My Father in heaven.").

4. Grace and Redemption: God's allowance is also a testament to His grace and the opportunity for redemption. Despite human sinfulness, God allows for repentance and reconciliation through Jesus Christ. This is a central theme in the New Testament, where God's grace is extended to all who believe and repent (Ephesians 2:8-9: "For it is by grace you have been saved through faith, and this not from yourselves; it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast.").

Theological Implications

The concept of "alloweth" in the Bible underscores the balance between divine sovereignty and human free will. It highlights God's ultimate authority and control over the universe while simultaneously affirming human responsibility and moral agency. This duality is a cornerstone of Christian theology, emphasizing that while God permits certain things, He also calls individuals to live according to His will and purpose.

In summary, "alloweth" reflects the complex interplay between God's permissive will and human action, serving as a reminder of the divine order and the call to live a life that honors God.

The Solution to Present Spiritual Enigmas to be Awaited in the ...
... 96. Nor should we doubt that God doth well, even when he alloweth whatever
happens ill to happen. For he alloweth it only through ...
/.../augustine/handbook on faith hope and love/chapter xxiv the solution to.htm

Of the Subject to whom to the Key of Church Priviledge, Power, or ...
... The Gospel alloweth no Church authority (or rule properly so called) to the Brethren,
but reserveth that wholly to the Elders and yet preventeth the tyrannie ...
/.../chap iiii of the subject.htm

Psalm LXIX.
... Not so in things divine. For so great in this case is the fellowship of substance,
that of equality it alloweth, plurality alloweth not. ...
/.../augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm lxix.htm

Of the Law and a Christian
... a righteousness, that this thundering law of Mount Sinai cannot find the least fault
or diminution therein, but rather approveth and alloweth thereof, either ...
//christianbookshelf.org/bunyan/miscellaneous pieces/of the law and a.htm

On Patience
... which we are able to conceive and beholden to have, of what sort it is, I will,
as God granteth and the brevity of the present discourse alloweth, essay to set ...
//christianbookshelf.org/augustine/on patience /on patience.htm

And yet not to These Themselves is Marriage a Sin...
... Therefore the Apostle alloweth not marriage as matter "of pardon:" [1968] for who
can doubt that it is extremely absurd to say, that they have not sinned, unto ...
/.../augustine/on the good of marriage/section 11 and yet not.htm

Song of Consolation.
... This should'st thou know however, God by our narrow thoughts can be Hemm'd and confined
never, This ne'er to us alloweth He; He everywhere,"His arm is free ...
/.../gerhardt/paul gerhardts spiritual songs/song of consolation.htm

"I Desired to Learn Assuredly as to a Certain Creature that I ...
... Footnotes: [110] "A friendful mene" =intermediary (person or thing), medium: compare
chaps. xix., lv. [111] See xxxvi. 74. [112] ie alloweth. ...
/.../julian/revelations of divine love/chapter xxxv i desired to.htm

The Limits of Liberty
... Hast thou faith? have it to thyself before God. Happy is he that condemneth
not himself in that thing which he alloweth.23. And ...
/.../maclaren/romans corinthians to ii corinthians chap v/the limits of liberty.htm

John xiv. 31; xv. 1
... traitor was not present? [2175] Why did He remove them?" He alloweth the
disciples a little breathing time. For it was likely that ...
/.../homilies on the gospel of st john and hebrews/homily lxxvi john xiv 31.htm

Alloweth (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Alloweth (1 Occurrence). ... have it to thyself before God.
Happy is he that condemneth not himself in that thing which he alloweth. ...
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Condemneth (6 Occurrences)
... (KJV ASV WBS). Romans 14:22 Hast thou faith? have it to thyself before God. Happy
is he that condemneth not himself in that thing which he alloweth. (KJV WBS). ...
/c/condemneth.htm - 8k

Allowing (5 Occurrences)

/a/allowing.htm - 8k

Allow (86 Occurrences)
... (4) dokimazo, "to prove," "approve." "Happy is he that condemneth not himself in
the thing which he alloweth" (the Revised Version (British and American ...
/a/allow.htm - 33k

Allowance (11 Occurrences)
... (4) dokimazo, "to prove," "approve." "Happy is he that condemneth not himself in
the thing which he alloweth" (the Revised Version (British and American ...
/a/allowance.htm - 12k

Allowed (64 Occurrences)

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Condemn (43 Occurrences)
... Romans 14:22 Hast thou faith? have it to thyself before God. Happy is he that
condemneth not himself in that thing which he alloweth. (Root in KJV WBS NAS NIV). ...
/c/condemn.htm - 24k

Thyself (352 Occurrences)
... Romans 14:22 Hast thou faith? have it to thyself before God. Happy is he that
condemneth not himself in that thing which he alloweth. (KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT). ...
/t/thyself.htm - 36k

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