The phrase "in no wise" is an archaic expression found in the King James Version of the Bible, and it is used to convey a strong negation or assurance that something will not happen. In modern translations, such as the Berean Standard Bible , this phrase is often rendered as "by no means" or "in no way." The expression is used to emphasize the certainty and definitiveness of a statement, often in the context of divine promises or prohibitions.

Biblical Usage:

1. Divine Assurance and Promises:
· The phrase is frequently used to underscore the certainty of God's promises and assurances to His people. For example, in John 6:37 , Jesus states, "All that the Father gives Me will come to Me, and the one who comes to Me I will never drive away." The phrase "I will never drive away" is a modern rendering of "I will in no wise cast out," emphasizing the absolute security and acceptance of those who come to Christ.

2. Warnings and Prohibitions:
· "In no wise" is also used to convey strong prohibitions or warnings. In Matthew 5:18 , Jesus declares, "For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth pass away, not a single jot, not a stroke of a pen, will disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished." Here, the phrase underscores the enduring nature of God's Law, indicating that it will not be altered or abolished.

3. Expressions of Impossibility:
· The phrase is employed to express the impossibility of certain actions or events. In Hebrews 13:5 , the assurance is given, "Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for God has said: 'Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you.'" The phrase "never will I forsake you" is a modern equivalent of "I will in no wise forsake thee," highlighting the impossibility of God abandoning His people.

Theological Implications:

The use of "in no wise" in Scripture reflects the unchanging and reliable nature of God's character and His Word. It serves to reassure believers of the steadfastness of God's promises and the certainty of His commands. This expression underscores the trustworthiness of God, who is faithful to His covenant and unyielding in His decrees.

Practical Application:

For believers, the phrase "in no wise" serves as a reminder of the assurance and security found in God's promises. It encourages Christians to trust in the certainty of God's Word and to live in obedience to His commands, knowing that His promises are sure and His prohibitions are firm. This expression calls for a response of faith and confidence in the unchanging nature of God and His eternal truth.3843. pantos -- altogether, by all means
... pas; entirely; specially, at all events, (with negative, following) in no event --
by all means, altogether, at all, needs, no doubt, in (no) wise, surely. ...
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3838. panteles -- all complete, entire
... uttermost. From pas and telos; full-ended, ie Entire (neuter as noun, completion) -- +
in (no) wise, uttermost. see GREEK pas. see GREEK telos. ...
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3364. ou me -- anymore, at all, neither, never
... and me; a double negative strengthening the denial; not at all -- any more, at all,
by any (no) means, neither, never, no (at all), in no case (wise), nor ever ...
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3361. me -- not, that...not, lest (used for qualified negation)
... negative answer (whereas ou expects an affirmative one)) whether -- any but (that),
X forbear, + God forbid, + lack, lest, neither, never, no (X wise in), none ...
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3779. houto and houtos -- in this way, thus
... from houtos; in this way (referring to what precedes or follows) -- after that,
after (in) this manner, as, even (so), for all that, like(-wise), no more, on ...
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4191. muth -- to die
... put to, worthy of) death, destroy(-er), (cause to, be like to, must) die, kill,
necro(-mancer), X must needs, slay, X surely, X very suddenly, X in (no) wise. ...
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The Preceding Argument is in no Wise Inconsistent with the Saying ...
... Chapter 15."The Preceding Argument is in No Wise Inconsistent with the Saying
of Our Lord: "A Good Tree Cannot Bring Forth Evil Fruit.". ...
/.../augustine/the enchiridion/chapter 15 the preceding argument is.htm

And as in the Kingdoms of Earth we are in no Wise Constrained ...
... Book III. 3 And as in the kingdoms of earth we are in no wise constrained
expressly to? And as in the kingdoms of earth we are ...
/.../arnobius/the seven books of arnobius against the heathen/3 and as in the.htm

Of the Promises Made to David in his Son, which are in no Wise ...
... Book XVII. Chapter 8."Of the Promises Made to David in His Son, Which are
in No Wise Fulfilled in Solomon, But Most Fully in Christ. ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/augustine/city of god/chapter 8 of the promises made.htm

How those are to be Admonished who Praise the Unlawful Things of ...
... How those are to be admonished who praise the unlawful things of which they are
conscious, and those who while condemning them, in no wise guard against them. ...
/.../leo/writings of leo the great/chapter xxxi how those are.htm

To the Same
... III. A thing that exists can participate in something else; but absolute Being can
in no wise participate in anything. ... Therefore they are in no wise good. [31]. ...
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The Corruption of Man, his Conversion to God, and the Manner ...
... rather notwithstanding their demerits, are bound to acknowledge it with humble and
grateful hearts, and with the apostle to adore, but in no wise curiously to ...
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The Greatest Disciple.
... of them: and taking him in his arms, he said unto them, "Verily I say unto you,
Except ye turn, and become as little children, ye shall in no wise enter into ...
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Little Sarah Howley.
... broke forth thus, with a very audible voice, and cheerful countenance: "Lord, thou
hast promised that whosoever come unto thee thou wilt in no wise cast them ...
/.../wesley/stories of boys and girls who loved the saviour/little sarah howley.htm

That we must Avoid all Curiosity, and Humbly Acquiesce in God's ...
... of what this divine providence does in conducting men to holy love and eternal
salvation, yet on various occasions he shows that we must in no wise depart from ...
/.../francis/treatise on the love of god/chapter vii that we must.htm

The Twelve Sent Forth.
... shall give to drink unto one of these little ones a cup of cold water only, in the
name of a disciple, verily I say unto you he shall in no wise lose his reward ...
//christianbookshelf.org/barton/his life/the twelve sent forth.htm

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