The term "manifestly" refers to something that is clear, evident, or obvious. In the context of the Bible, it often pertains to the clear revelation or demonstration of God's will, character, or truth. The concept of manifestness is integral to understanding how God communicates with humanity and how His presence and actions are perceived in the world.

Biblical Usage and Context

The word "manifestly" is not frequently used in the Berean Standard Bible, but the concept is prevalent throughout Scripture. It is often associated with the revelation of God's nature, the truth of the Gospel, and the evidence of spiritual realities.

1. Revelation of God’s Nature: The Bible frequently speaks of God making Himself known to humanity in clear and unmistakable ways. Romans 1:19-20 states, "For what may be known about God is plain to them, because God has made it plain to them. For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities—His eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from His workmanship, so that men are without excuse." Here, the manifest nature of God's attributes is evident in creation itself.

2. The Truth of the Gospel: The New Testament emphasizes the clear and evident truth of the Gospel message. In 1 Corinthians 2:4-5 , Paul writes, "My message and my preaching were not with persuasive words of wisdom, but with a demonstration of the Spirit’s power, so that your faith would not rest on men’s wisdom, but on God’s power." The manifest power of the Spirit serves as a clear testament to the truth of the Gospel.

3. Evidence of Spiritual Realities: The manifestation of spiritual gifts and the fruit of the Spirit are also clear indicators of God's work in the lives of believers. In Galatians 5:22-23 , the fruit of the Spirit is described as "love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control." These qualities are manifestly evident in the lives of those who walk by the Spirit.

4. Christ’s Manifestation: The incarnation of Jesus Christ is the ultimate manifestation of God to humanity. John 1:14 declares, "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 is the manifest presence of God, revealing the Father to the world.

5. Manifestation of Judgment and Justice: The Bible also speaks of God's judgment and justice being manifestly revealed. In Romans 2:5 , it is written, "But because of your hard and unrepentant heart, you are storing up wrath against yourself for the day of wrath, when God’s righteous judgment will be revealed." The manifest judgment of God serves as a warning and a call to repentance.

Theological Implications

The concept of manifestness in the Bible underscores the clarity and accessibility of God's revelation to humanity. It affirms that God is not distant or hidden but has made Himself known in ways that are understandable and evident. This has significant implications for faith, as believers are called to respond to what has been manifestly revealed about God, His will, and His purposes.

In summary, "manifestly" in the biblical context refers to the clear and evident ways in which God reveals Himself, His truth, and His works to humanity. This concept is foundational to understanding the nature of divine revelation and the call to live in response to what has been made manifest.(adv.) In a manifest manner.MANIFESTLY

man'-i-fest-li (mar'eh, "(in) personal presence"): Has the meaning of "by direct vision," as in 1 Corinthians 13:12, "face to face," stating positively (Numbers 12:8) what the next clause states negatively, namely, "not in dark speeches." "Apparently" of the King James Version is ambiguous.

5320. phaneros -- manifestly, openly
... manifestly, openly. Part of Speech: Adverb Transliteration: phaneros Phonetic Spelling:
(fan-er-oce') Short Definition: clearly, openly Definition: clearly ...
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5319. phaneroo -- to make visible, make clear
... make manifest, show. From phaneros; to render apparent (literally or figuratively) --
appear, manifestly declare, (make) manifest (forth), shew (self). ...
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Manifestly Also in the Gospel we Find the Mouth of the Heart...
... Section 32. Manifestly also in the Gospel we find the mouth of the heart?
32. Manifestly also in the Gospel we find the mouth ...
//christianbookshelf.org/augustine/on lying/section 32 manifestly also in.htm

After this the Jew Remarks, Manifestly in Accordance with the ...
... Chapter LXXVII. After this the Jew remarks, manifestly in accordance with
the Jewish belief? After this the Jew remarks, manifestly ...
/.../origen/origen against celsus/chapter lxxvii after this the.htm

But Since He is Manifestly Guilty of Falsehood in the Statements ...
... Chapter IX. But since he is manifestly guilty of falsehood in the statements
which follow? But since he is manifestly guilty of ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/origen/origen against celsus/chapter ix but since he.htm

Let Him Further Go On, in his Discourse of Many but Manifestly ...
... Book III. Chapter 17. " 20. Let him further go on, in his discourse
of many but manifestly empty? "20. Let him further go ...
/.../writings in connection with the donatist controversy /chapter 17 20 let.htm

John Chapter i. 19-33
... You have just listened to the Psalm: "God shall come manifestly, and our God shall
not keep silence." [73] He was silent that He might be judged, He will not ...
/.../augustine/homilies on the gospel of john/tractate iv john chapter i.htm

Your Apology Says that There are Three Opinions as to the Origin ...
... are three opinions as to the origin of souls: one held by Origen, a second by
Tertullian and Lactantius (as to Lactantius what you say is manifestly false), a ...
/.../30 your apology says that.htm

On Incorporeal and Corporeal Beings.
... principalities, or powers: all things were created by Him, and in Him: and He is
before all, and He is the head." [2048] He therefore manifestly declares that ...
/.../origen/origen de principiis/chapter vii on incorporeal and corporeal.htm

It is Said Then in the Psalms, "I Laid Me Down and Slept, and Rose ...
... The Prophet Hosea also speaks most manifestly of the third day in this wise, "After
two days He will heal us; but on the third day we shall rise and shall live ...
/.../30 it is said then.htm

In the Dead who were Raised by Christ we Possess the Highest Proof ...
... who has perfected us for this very thing is God, who also has given unto us the
earnest of the Spirit." [4552] He uses these words most manifestly in reference ...
/.../irenaeus/against heresies/chapter xiii in the dead who.htm

The General Service to an Apostle.
... Truly wast thou, O God-spoken apostle, sent from Christ as a luminous arrow wounding
the enemies and unto the wounded souls manifestly granting cure; wherefore ...
/.../anonymous/the general menaion/chapter viii the general service.htm

Manifestly (6 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (adv.) In a manifest manner. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia.
MANIFESTLY. ... Multi-Version Concordance Manifestly (6 Occurrences). ...
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Apparently (3 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (adv.) Visibly. 2. (adv.) Plainly; clearly;
manifestly; evidently. 3. (adv.) Seemingly; in appearance ...
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Seeing (442 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV WEY ASV BBE DBY WBS RSV). Matthew 6:4 that thy kindness may be in secret,
and thy Father who is seeing in secret Himself shall reward thee manifestly. ...
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Discrepancies
... and "Answer a fool according to his folly"), or instances of merely formal contrariety
of expression, where the things intended are manifestly congruous (eg ...
/d/discrepancies.htm - 20k

Manifest (74 Occurrences)
... Ecclesiastes 3:18, the Revised Version (British and American) "prove"); of phaneros
(2 Maccabees 3:28, the Revised Version (British and American) "manifestly...
/m/manifest.htm - 33k

Vale (20 Occurrences)
... Greek-Egyptian tomb of perhaps 100-200 years BC which has been hewn out of the rock
on the eastern side of the Kidron valley is manifestly misnamed "Absalom's ...
/v/vale.htm - 29k

Virgin (62 Occurrences)
... and Luke. "Immaculate conception" is of course manifestly a blunder due
to the confusion of one idea with another. "Supernatural ...
/v/virgin.htm - 64k

Kings (350 Occurrences)
... Greek-Egyptian tomb of perhaps 100-200 years BC which has been hewn out of the rock
on the eastern side of the Kidron valley is manifestly misnamed "Absalom's ...
/k/kings.htm - 61k

King's (375 Occurrences)
... Greek-Egyptian tomb of perhaps 100-200 years BC which has been hewn out of the rock
on the eastern side of the Kidron valley is manifestly misnamed "Absalom's ...
/k/king's.htm - 46k

Noticed (19 Occurrences)
... 6:18 that thou mayest not appear to men fasting, but to thy Father who 'is' in secret,
and thy Father, who is seeing in secret, shall reward thee manifestly. ...
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