The term "diversely" is not directly found in the text of the Bible; however, the concept of diversity is present throughout the Scriptures in various forms, including the diversity of gifts, peoples, and roles within the body of Christ. This entry explores the biblical understanding of diversity as it relates to God's creation, the church, and the expression of spiritual gifts.

Creation and Diversity

From the very beginning, the Bible presents a picture of diversity in God's creation. Genesis 1 describes the creation of the world in its vast array of forms and functions. Each day of creation introduces a new element, from light and darkness to the multitude of living creatures. Genesis 1:27 states, "So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them." This verse highlights the diversity within humanity itself, as both male and female are created in the image of God, each reflecting His glory in unique ways.

Diversity Among Nations

The Bible acknowledges the existence of diverse nations and languages, particularly after the event at the Tower of Babel (Genesis 11:1-9). This dispersion led to the formation of various cultures and languages, which are later seen as part of God's sovereign plan. In Acts 17:26 , Paul speaks to the Athenians, saying, "From one man He made every nation of men, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and He determined their appointed times and the boundaries of their lands." This passage underscores God's intentional design in the diversity of nations and peoples.

Diversity in the Body of Christ

The New Testament further develops the theme of diversity within the context of the church. The Apostle Paul frequently addresses the diversity of spiritual gifts and roles within the body of Christ. 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 passage emphasizes that while there is a variety of gifts and functions, they all originate from the same divine source and serve the purpose of building up the church.

Unity in Diversity

Despite the diversity present within the church, the Bible calls for unity among believers. Ephesians 4:4-6 states, "There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all." This unity is not a call for uniformity but rather a harmonious coexistence that respects and values the diverse contributions of each member.

Diversity in Worship and Expression

The Bible also reflects diversity in worship and expression. The Psalms, for example, contain a wide range of emotions and styles, from lament to praise, reflecting the diverse experiences of the psalmists. Revelation 7:9 provides a vision of the ultimate expression of diversity in worship: "After this I looked and saw a multitude too large to count, from every nation and tribe and people and tongue, standing before the throne and before the Lamb." This vision portrays a future where all of God's people, in their diversity, come together to worship Him.

In summary, while the term "diversely" is not explicitly used in the Bible, the concept of diversity is woven throughout the biblical narrative, illustrating the richness and complexity of God's creation, the church, and the ultimate unity of believers in Christ.1. (adv.) In different ways; differently; variously.

2. (adv.) In different directions; to different points.

That There Shall be Different Degrees of the Union of the Blessed ...
... splendour, we shall see more or less clearly, and consequently with more or less
happiness, the most holy Divinity, which as it is beholden diversely so it ...
/.../francis/treatise on the love of god/chapter xv that there shall.htm

Concerning Salutations and Recreations, &C.
... we say not hereby, that no man may use the creation more or less than another: for
we know, that as it hath pleased God to dispense it diversely, giving to ...
/.../proposition xv concerning salutations and.htm

Divine Grace.
... I FIND that the goodness of God to his people is diversely expressed in his word,
sometimes by the word grace, sometimes by the word love, and sometimes by the ...
//christianbookshelf.org/bunyan/the riches of bunyan/vi divine grace.htm

Preface.
... that there are others"English Christians"who confidently anticipate good to the
Church from any reciprocation of the diversely-developed expressions of One ...
//christianbookshelf.org/morris/favourite welsh hymns/preface.htm

Concerning the Ministry.
... in this spiritual and mystical body there are also divers members, according to
the different measures of grace and of the Spirit diversely administered unto ...
/.../proposition x concerning the ministry.htm

A Refutation on the Ground of the Constitution of the Universe.
... again, there are some bodies made up of atoms of a definite kind and a certain common
figure, while there are others made up of diverse atoms diversely disposed ...
/.../dionysius/the works of dionysius/iii a refutation on the.htm

The Great Duty of Charity Recommended
... but though there are these divers spiritual gifts, they are all given for some wise
end, even to profit withal, and to that end they are thus diversely bestowed ...
/.../whitefield/selected sermons of george whitefield/the great duty of charity.htm

Of the Shortness of this Word, and How it May not be Come to by ...
... knowledgeable power, God that is the maker of them is evermore incomprehensible;
and to the second, the which is the loving power, in each one diversely He is ...
/.../anonymous/the cloud of unknowing/here beginneth the fourth chapter.htm

The Sources of Hope
... Note, then, 'we rejoice in hope,' 'we glory in tribulation.' Now, it is one word
in the original which is diversely rendered in these two clauses by 'rejoice ...
/.../maclaren/romans corinthians to ii corinthians chap v/the sources of hope.htm

Of Reading, which is Next to Prayer. ...
... Extraordinary practices of saints in mortifications not to be imitated without great
caution. Sec. 11. Why mystic authors seem to write diversely. Sec. 12. ...
/.../chapter iii of reading which.htm

Diversely (1 Occurrence)
...Diversely (1 Occurrence). 2 Corinthians 6:14 Be not diversely yoked with unbelievers;
for what participation is there between righteousness and lawlessness? ...
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Diverse (15 Occurrences)
... 2. (a.) Capable of various forms; multiform. 3. (adv.) In different directions;
diversely. 4. (vi) To turn aside. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. ...
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Doubt (49 Occurrences)
... The first means "to be without resource," "utterly at a loss," "nonplussed"; and
the second, "to judge diversely." For the first, see John 13:22 Acts 2:12 the ...
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Dyed (10 Occurrences)
... Proverbs 7:27). These passages show how diversely and elastically the term
"attire" was used among the Hebrews. The numerous synonyms ...
/d/dyed.htm - 10k

Diversified (1 Occurrence)

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Participation (9 Occurrences)
... (WEY RSV NIV). 2 Corinthians 6:14 Be not diversely yoked with unbelievers; for what
participation is there between righteousness and lawlessness? ...
/p/participation.htm - 9k

Attire (11 Occurrences)
... Proverbs 7:27). These passages show how diversely and elastically the term
"attire" was used among the Hebrews. The numerous synonyms ...
/a/attire.htm - 11k

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