The term "whomever" is a pronoun used in English to refer to an unspecified person or people, often in the context of inclusivity or universality. In the context of the Bible, the concept of "whomever" is significant in illustrating the universal offer of God's grace, love, and salvation. This entry explores the biblical usage and theological implications of "whomever" as it relates to God's promises and commands.

Biblical Usage

1. Universal Call to Salvation: The Bible frequently emphasizes that God's offer of salvation is extended to all people, regardless of their background or status. This is encapsulated in the use of "whomever" in key scriptural passages. For instance, in John 3:16 , it is written, "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life." The term "everyone" here is synonymous with "whomever," indicating the inclusivity of God's redemptive plan.

2. Invitation to Faith: The invitation to believe in Jesus Christ is open to "whomever" will respond in faith. In Romans 10:13 , the Apostle Paul declares, "for, 'Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.'" This passage underscores the accessibility of salvation to all who choose to call upon the Lord, highlighting the non-discriminatory nature of the gospel message.

3. Promise of the Holy Spirit: The promise of the Holy Spirit is also extended to "whomever" believes. In John 7:38-39 , Jesus states, "Whoever believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, streams of living water will flow from within him." This promise is not limited by ethnicity, gender, or social status but is available to all believers.

4. Judgment and Accountability: The concept of "whomever" also appears in contexts of judgment and accountability. In Revelation 20:15 , it is written, "And if anyone was found whose name was not written in the book of life, he was thrown into the lake of fire." Here, "anyone" serves a similar function to "whomever," indicating that divine judgment is impartial and based on one's relationship with God.

Theological Implications

1. Inclusivity of the Gospel: The use of "whomever" in the Bible underscores the inclusivity of the gospel message. It affirms that God's love and salvation are not restricted to a particular group but are available to all who believe. This reflects the heart of God, who desires that none should perish but that all should come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9).

2. Human Responsibility: While God's offer of salvation is universal, the response to this offer is a matter of personal choice. The use of "whomever" implies that individuals have the responsibility to respond to God's call. This aligns with the biblical teaching of free will, where each person must decide to accept or reject the gift of salvation.

3. Equality Before God: The concept of "whomever" reinforces the biblical principle of equality before God. In Galatians 3:28 , Paul writes, "There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus." This passage highlights that in Christ, all distinctions are transcended, and all believers are equal recipients of God's grace.

In summary, the term "whomever" in the Bible serves as a powerful reminder of the universal scope of God's love and the open invitation to partake in His salvation. It emphasizes the inclusivity of the gospel, the responsibility of individuals to respond, and the equality of all believers in the eyes of God.3739. hos, he, ho -- usually rel. who, which, that, also ...
... whatever* (28), when (9), when* (3), where (1), where* (2), which (404), while*
(3), who (158), whoever (4), whoever* (51), whom (218), whomever* (6), whose (38 ...
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1437. ean -- if
... 1), if (222), if* (2), or* (1), though (2), unless* (34), whatever* (22), when
(2), whenever* (2), wherever* (8), whether* (1), whoever* (17), whomever* (2). ...
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302. an -- usually untranslatable, but generally denoting ...
... or uncertainty NASB Word Usage however* (1), if (4), unless* (1), what* (3), whatever*
(9), whenever* (1), wherever* (1), whoever* (38), whomever* (5). ...
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5100. tis -- a certain one, someone, anyone
... 1), somebody (1), someone (27), something (15), somewhat (2), such (1), various
things (1), whatever (1), whatever* (6), who (1), whoever* (4), whomever* (1). ...
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834. asher -- who, which, that
... 1), which* (1), whichever (1), while (1), while those who (1), who (1), who (850),
whoever (4), whoever* (13), whom (345), whom* (1), whomever (1), whomever* (3 ...
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4479. man -- who?
... who? Transliteration: man Phonetic Spelling: (mawn) Short Definition: whomever. ... NASB
Word Usage what (2), who (2), whoever (2), whom* (1), whomever* (3). ...
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1768. di -- who, which, that, because
... 11), what (1), what* (1), whatever* (2), when (3), where (1), where* (1), wherever*
(1), which (46), who (34), whom (12), whom* (1), whomever (4), whomever* (3 ...
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3605. kol -- the whole, all
... 45), whoever then any (1), whoever* (6), whoever...any (3), whole (125), whole and
let all (1), whole and all (3), wholehearted* (1), wholly (2), whomever* (3 ...
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Whether an Indulgence Can ever be Granted to one who Does not ...
... Reply to Objection 2: A person can by his intention apply his own action to whomever
he lists, and so he can make satisfaction for whomever he chooses. ...
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Protest and Agony. (I, iv. 10, 19, vi. 11, xi. 18-xii. 6, xv. 10 ...
... We may say that with few exceptions, whomever he touched he singed, whomever he
struck he broke"a man of quarrel and strife to the whole land, all of them ...
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The Older Boys' Conference or Congress
... dictate. The committee should, however, have the right to consult whomever
they please, in order to get the information they may wish. ...
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David's Sin in the Matter of Uriah.
... that it changeth the heart, and forms the new creature"that "in this the children
of God are manifest, and the children of the Devil; that whomever doeth not ...
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Still Further of the Difference Between the Knowledge and Word of ...
... They bring Him word, too, of that which He wills, being sent by Him to whomever
He wills, and hearing all from Him by that word of His, ie finding in His truth ...
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But this was Already Being Laid up in his Memory to be a Medicine ...
... But the noise of the hatchet being heard, the silversmiths beneath began to
make a stir, and sent to apprehend whomever they should find. ...
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Who May be Understood as Given to Christ.
... And again, those whom we call His enemies, or the infant children of His enemies,
whomever of them He will so regenerate that they may end this life in that ...
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Whether There Should be Keys in the Church?
... Objection 3: Further, hell is opened to whomever heaven is closed, and vice versa.
Therefore whoever has the keys of heaven, has the keys of hell. ...
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The Last Exile
... The Arians persisted. "Give us whomever you like as Patriarch," they said, "as long
as it is not Athanasius. No one in the town will hold communion with him.". ...
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Introduction to Proverbs viii. 22 Continued. Absurdity of ...
... and without the Word was made not one thing.' But as regards ministrations there
are, not one only, but man out of their whole number, whomever the Lord will ...
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Whomever (22 Occurrences)
...Whomever (22 Occurrences). ... Luke 20:18 Everyone who falls on that stone will be broken
to pieces, but it will crush whomever it falls on to dust." (WEB NAS). ...
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Realm (23 Occurrences)
... the demand by the word of the holy ones; to the intent that the living may know
that the Most High rules in the kingdom of men, and gives it to whomever he will ...
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Bestows (7 Occurrences)
... the demand by the word of the holy ones; to the intent that the living may know
that the Most High rules in the kingdom of men, and gives it to whomever he will ...
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Drenched (11 Occurrences)
... with the dew of the sky, and seven times shall pass over you; until you know that
the Most High rules in the kingdom of men, and gives it to whomever he will. ...
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Periods (8 Occurrences)
... with the dew of the sky, and seven times shall pass over you; until you know that
the Most High rules in the kingdom of men, and gives it to whomever he will. ...
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Recognize (52 Occurrences)
... John 1:33 I didn't recognize him, but he who sent me to baptize in water, he said
to me,'On whomever you will see the Spirit descending, and remaining on him ...
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Wishes (37 Occurrences)
... made to eat grass as oxen; and seven times shall pass over you; until you know that
the Most High rules in the kingdom of men, and gives it to whomever he will ...
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Delivered (427 Occurrences)
... Luke 4:6 The devil said to him, "I will give you all this authority, and their glory,
for it has been delivered to me; and I give it to whomever I want. ...
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Whomsoever (28 Occurrences)

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Acknowledge (61 Occurrences)
... with the dew of the sky, and seven times shall pass over you; until you know that
the Most High rules in the kingdom of men, and gives it to whomever he will. ...
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