The term "somewhat" is not frequently encountered in the Bible, but it can be understood as an expression of partiality, degree, or extent in various contexts. In biblical literature, the concept of "somewhat" can be related to partial understanding, incomplete actions, or moderate measures. This entry explores the use and implications of "somewhat" in biblical texts and themes.

Partial Understanding and Knowledge

In the context of human understanding and divine revelation, "somewhat" can reflect the limited comprehension that individuals possess. The Apostle Paul, in his letters, often emphasizes the partial nature of human knowledge compared to the fullness of divine wisdom. For instance, in 1 Corinthians 13:9-10 , Paul writes, "For we know in part and we prophesy in part, but when the perfect comes, the partial passes away." Here, the "somewhat" aspect of human knowledge is highlighted, pointing to the anticipation of complete understanding in the eschatological future.

Moderation and Temperance

The concept of "somewhat" can also be associated with moderation and temperance in behavior and judgment. The Bible frequently advocates for balanced living, avoiding extremes. In Philippians 4:5 , Paul advises, "Let your gentleness be apparent to all. The Lord is near." This call for gentleness can be seen as an encouragement to exercise moderation, a "somewhat" approach, in interactions with others.

Incomplete Actions and Efforts

In the realm of actions and efforts, "somewhat" can denote tasks or endeavors that are not fully completed or are in progress. The Bible often calls believers to perseverance and diligence, recognizing that human efforts may be partial but are to be directed toward God's purposes. In Galatians 6:9 , Paul exhorts, "Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." This verse acknowledges the "somewhat" nature of human efforts, encouraging persistence until the task is fully accomplished.

Judgment and Discernment

The notion of "somewhat" can also be applied to judgment and discernment, where partiality or incomplete assessment is cautioned against. James 2:1 warns, "My brothers, as you hold out your faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ, do not show favoritism." This admonition against partiality underscores the importance of fair and complete judgment, avoiding "somewhat" biased decisions.

Spiritual Growth and Maturity

In the journey of spiritual growth, believers are often in a state of "somewhat," progressing toward maturity in Christ. Ephesians 4:13 speaks of this process: "until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God, as we mature to the full measure of the stature of Christ." The "somewhat" state of spiritual development is recognized as believers strive toward the fullness of Christlikeness.

In summary, while the term "somewhat" may not be explicitly prevalent in biblical texts, its conceptual implications are woven throughout Scripture. It serves as a reminder of the partiality inherent in human understanding, actions, and judgment, while also pointing toward the ultimate completeness found in God.1. (n.) More or less; a certain quantity or degree; a part, more or less; something.

2. (n.) A person or thing of importance; a somebody.

3. (adv.) In some degree or measure; a little.

1509. ei meti -- if not somewhat
... if not somewhat. Transliteration: ei meti Phonetic Spelling: (i may tee) Short
Definition: except. ... From ei me and the neuter of tis; if not somewhat -- except. ...
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3641. oligos -- few, little, small
... Of uncertain affinity; puny (in extent, degree, number, duration or value); especially
neuter (adverbially) somewhat -- + almost, brief(-ly), few, (a) little ...
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4568. saton -- seah, a (Heb.) measure (equiv. to about one and a ...
... 4568 -- "a large measure equivalent to nearly three English gallons" (Souter); the
measure for grain, "about a peck and a half or somewhat less than one-half ...
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1737. endidusko -- to put on, be clothed with
... with. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: endidusko Phonetic Spelling:
(en-did-oos'-ko) Short Definition: I put on, clothe Definition: (somewhat rare) ( ...
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5175. Trogullion -- Trogyllium, a place in Ionia.
... Neuter Transliteration: Trogullion Phonetic Spelling: (tro-gool'-lee-on) Short
Definition: Trogyllium Definition: Trogyllium, a promontory somewhat to the ...
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5100. tis -- a certain one, someone, anyone
... others (1), person (2), several (2), some (104), some men (3), some people (1),
some things (1), somebody (1), someone (27), something (15), somewhat (2), such ...
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3972. meumah -- anything
... something (1), thing (1), valuable (2). fault, nothing, ought, somewhat,
any nothing. Apparently a form of m'uwm; properly, a speck ...
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3544. keheh -- dim, dull, faint
... somewhat dark, darkish, wax dim, heaviness, smoking. From kahah; feeble, obscure --
somewhat dark, darkish, wax dim, heaviness, smoking. see HEBREW kahah. ...
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125. adamdam -- reddish
... somewhat reddish. Reduplicated from 'adam; reddish -- (somewhat) reddish. see
HEBREW 'adam. 124, 125. adamdam. 126 . Strong's Numbers.
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7043. qalal -- to be slight, swift or trifling
... easy, trifling, vile, etc.) -- abate, make bright, bring into contempt, (ac-)curse,
despise, (be) ease(-y, -ier), (be a, make, make somewhat, move, seem a, set ...
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1697. dabar -- speech, word
... provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, X (as hast) said, sake,
saying, sentence, + sign, + so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, + song ...
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Argument: C??cilius, Somewhat Grieved at this Kind of Rebuke which ...
... Chapter IV."Argument: C??cilius, Somewhat Grieved at This Kind of Rebuke Which for
His Sake Minucius Had Had to Bear from Octavius, Begs to Argue with ...
/.../chapter iv argument caecilius somewhat grieved.htm

Meanwhile a Somewhat Embarrassing Interview had Taken Place ...
... III. Meanwhile a somewhat embarrassing interview had taken place between
the Archbishop of Rouen and Cardinal? Meanwhile a somewhat ...
/.../corelli/the master-christian/iii meanwhile a somewhat embarrassing.htm

It is Somewhat the Same Argument which You Use against the Pope ...
... It is somewhat the same argument which you use against the pope Anastasius, namely,
that, since you hold the letters of the bishop Siricius, it was impossible ...
/.../24 it is somewhat the.htm

And in the Holy Ghost. What Has Been Delivered Above Somewhat at ...
... What has been delivered above somewhat at large concerning Christ relates to the
mystery of His Incarnation and of His Passion, and, by thus intervening, as ...
/.../35 and in the holy.htm

ChapterThree May be Paraphrased, I Think, Somewhat in this Way...
... CHAPTER III. Chapter three may be paraphrased, I think, somewhat in this
way? Chapter three may be paraphrased, I think, somewhat ...
/.../jennings/old groans and new songs/chapter iii chapter three may.htm

In the Matter of their Origins, as These are Somewhat Obscure and ...
... Chapter V. In the matter of their origins, as these are somewhat obscure
and but little known? In the matter of their origins, as ...
/.../tertullian/the shows or de spectaculis/chapter v in the matter.htm

A Book of Modern Social Inquiry Has a Shape that is Somewhat ...
... Chapter 1 A book of modern social inquiry has a shape that is somewhat
sharply defined.? A book of modern social inquiry has a ...
/.../chesterton/whats wrong with the world/chapter 1 a book of.htm

Ought not Christians, Therefore, to Receive not Merely a Somewhat ...
... Chapter XXXVIII. Ought not Christians, therefore, to receive not merely a
somewhat milder treatment? Ought not Christians, therefore ...
/.../tertullian/apology/chapter xxxviii ought not christians.htm

Ep. cxxxix. This Letter is Written at a Somewhat Earlier Date in ...
... Division III. Miscellaneous Letters. Ep. CXXXIX. This letter is written
at a somewhat earlier date in reference to the consent he? ...
/.../cyril/select letters of saint gregory nazianzen/ep cxxxix this letter is.htm

Bear with Me, My God, While I Say Somewhat of My Wit...
... Book I Chapter XVII Bear with me, my God, while I say somewhat of my wit?
Bear with me, my God, while I say somewhat of my wit ...
/.../augustine/the confessions of saint augustine/chapter xvii bear with me.htm

Somewhat (30 Occurrences)
...Somewhat (30 Occurrences). Mark 6:36 send them away, that they may go into the country
and villages round about, and buy themselves somewhat to eat. (ASV). ...
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Serpent (40 Occurrences)
... Of nearly 25 species which are certainly known to be found in Syria and Palestine,
four are deadly poisonous, five are somewhat poisonous, and the rest are ...
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Ignorance (27 Occurrences)
... 4:13 And if the whole congregation of Israel sin through ignorance, and the thing
be hid from the eyes of the assembly, and they have done somewhat against any ...
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Weights (14 Occurrences)
... In the New Testament we have the fathom (orguia), about 6 feet, and the furlong
(stadion), 600 Greek feet or 606 3/4 English feet, which is somewhat less than ...
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Knee (12 Occurrences)
... wrist in man. 4. (n.) A piece of timber or metal formed with an angle somewhat
in the shape of the human knee when bent. 5. (n.) A ...
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Inadvertence (13 Occurrences)
... Leviticus 4:22 When a prince sinneth and through inadvertence doeth somewhat against
any of all the commandments of Jehovah his God in things which should not ...
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Measures (50 Occurrences)
... In the New Testament we have the fathom (orguia), about 6 feet, and the furlong
(stadion), 600 Greek feet or 606 3/4 English feet, which is somewhat less than ...
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Maketh (399 Occurrences)
... Galatians 2:6 But of these who seemed to be somewhat, (whatsoever they were, it
maketh no matter to me: God accepteth no man's person:) for they who seemed to ...
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Counselling (9 Occurrences)
... 1 Kings 12:9 and he saith unto them, 'What are ye counselling, and we answer this
people, who have spoken unto me, saying, Lighten 'somewhat' of the yoke that ...
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Conference (2 Occurrences)
... Galatians 2:6 But of these who seemed to be somewhat, (whatsoever they were, it
maketh no matter to me: God accepteth no man's person:) for they who seemed to ...
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