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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Withersoever</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/w/withersoever.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/james/3-4.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/w/withersoever.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Withersoever</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/w/withers.htm" title="Withers">◄</a> Withersoever <a href="/topical/w/withes.htm" title="Withes">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#lib" title="Library">Library</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>The term "withersoever" is an archaic English word that appears in various translations of the Bible, including the King James Version. It is derived from the Middle English "whithersoever," meaning "to whatever place" or "wherever." In the context of Scripture, "withersoever" is used to convey the idea of going or being led to any place, often emphasizing the totality or completeness of the action.<br><br><b>Biblical Usage:</b><br><br>1. <b>Divine Guidance and Obedience:</b><br> The concept of "withersoever" is frequently associated with divine guidance and the obedience of God's people to His commands. In the Old Testament, the Israelites were often instructed to follow the Lord's leading "withersoever" He directed them. This is seen in the context of the journey through the wilderness and the conquest of the Promised Land.<br><br>· <b><a href="/joshua/1-7.htm">Joshua 1:7</a> :</i> "Above all, be strong and very courageous. Be careful to observe all the law that My servant Moses commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right or to the left, so that you may prosper wherever you go."<br><br> Here, the term "wherever" is synonymous with "withersoever," indicating the comprehensive nature of God's promise to be with Joshua and the Israelites as they adhered to His law.<br><br>2. <b>Commitment to Follow Christ:</b><br> In the New Testament, "withersoever" is used to express the commitment required to follow Jesus Christ. The call to discipleship involves a willingness to go wherever the Lord leads, often without knowing the destination or the challenges that may lie ahead.<br><br>· <b><a href="/matthew/8-19.htm">Matthew 8:19</a> :</i> "Then a scribe came to Him and said, 'Teacher, I will follow You wherever You go.'"<br><br> This declaration of intent by the scribe highlights the readiness to follow Jesus "withersoever" He might lead, underscoring the total surrender and dedication expected of Christ's followers.<br><br>3. <b>Symbol of Faith and Trust:</b><br> The use of "withersoever" also symbolizes faith and trust in God's providence. Believers are called to trust in God's plan and direction, even when the path is uncertain or difficult.<br><br>· <b><a href="/revelation/14-4.htm">Revelation 14:4</a> :</i> "These are the ones who have not been defiled with women, for they are virgins. They follow the Lamb wherever He goes. They have been redeemed from among men as firstfruits to God and to the Lamb."<br><br> In this passage, the phrase "wherever He goes" reflects the unwavering faithfulness of the redeemed, who follow the Lamb "withersoever" He leads, signifying their complete devotion and trust in Christ.<br><br><b>Theological Implications:</b><br><br>The use of "withersoever" in Scripture carries significant theological implications. It emphasizes the importance of obedience to God's will, the readiness to follow Christ without reservation, and the trust in His divine guidance. The term encapsulates the essence of a life surrendered to God, marked by a willingness to go wherever He leads, regardless of the cost or uncertainty involved.<br><br>In summary, "withersoever" serves as a powerful reminder of the call to discipleship and the faith required to walk in obedience to God's direction. It challenges believers to embrace a life of complete trust and commitment to the Lord, following Him wholeheartedly in every aspect of life.<a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/leupold/exposition_of_genesis_volume_1/chapter_xxxiii.htm"><span class="l">Chapter xxxiii</span></a> <br><b>...</b> The chapter as a whole furnishes an outstanding example as to how God turns the<br> hearts of men "<b>withersoever</b> he will" (Proverbs 21:1). A delightful <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../leupold/exposition of genesis volume 1/chapter xxxiii.htm</font><p><a href="/library/ambrose/works_and_letters_of_st_ambrose/chapter_v_as_to_the.htm"><span class="l">As to the Words of St. ...</span></a> <br><b>...</b> So too the Lord to him who said, "Lord, I will follow Thee <b>withersoever</b> Thou goest,"<br> replied, "Foxes have holes." [3086] For He knew that the man's sincerity <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../ambrose/works and letters of st ambrose/chapter v as to the.htm</font><p><a href="/library/whitefield/selected_sermons_of_george_whitefield/persecution_every_christians_lot.htm"><span class="l">Persecution Every Christian's Lot</span></a> <br><b>...</b> They are led by his Spirit, as a child is led by the hand of its father; and<br> are willing to follow the Lamb <b>withersoever</b> he leads them. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../selected sermons of george whitefield/persecution every christians lot.htm</font><p><a href="/library/chrysostom/homilies_on_the_gospel_of_st_john_and_hebrews/homily_xii_john_i_14.htm"><span class="l">John i. 14</span></a> <br><b>...</b> And not on this account only, but because our bodily nature follows <b>withersoever</b><br> the Creator will lead it, and there is nothing to resist, but the soul being <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../homilies on the gospel of st john and hebrews/homily xii john i 14.htm</font><p><a href="/library/leupold/exposition_of_genesis_volume_1/chapter_xxviii.htm"><span class="l">Chapter xxviii</span></a> <br><b>...</b> And, behold, I am with thee and will keep thee <b>withersoever</b> thou goest; and I will<br> bring thee back to this land, for I will not forsake thee, until I have done <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../leupold/exposition of genesis volume 1/chapter xxviii.htm</font><p><a href="/library/pink/the_sovereignty_of_god/chapter_five_the_sovereignty_of.htm"><span class="l">The Sovereignty of God in Reprobation</span></a> <br><b>...</b> answer of the tongue, is from the LORD" (Prov.16:1); "The king's heart is in the<br> hand of the LORD, as the rivers of water, He turneth it <b>withersoever</b> He will <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../pink/the sovereignty of god/chapter five the sovereignty of.htm</font><p><a href="/library/white/the_acts_of_the_apostles/lesson_57_the_revelation.htm"><span class="l">The Revelation</span></a> <br><b>...</b> of thy Lord." Matthew 25:34, 21. "These are they which follow the Lamb<br> <b>withersoever</b> He goeth. These were redeemed from among men <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../white/the acts of the apostles/lesson 57 the revelation.htm</font><p><a href="/library/spurgeon/spurgeons_sermons_volume_39_1893/the_lamb_of_god_in.htm"><span class="l">The Lamb of God in Scripture</span></a> <br><b>...</b> for when John said, "Behold the Lamb of God," the two disciples followed Jesus;<br> and we read of some, "These are they which follow the Lamb <b>withersoever</b> he goeth <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 39 1893/the lamb of god in.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/w/withersoever.htm"><span class="l"><b>Withersoever</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance <b>Withersoever</b> (1 Occurrence). James 3:4 Behold also<br> the ships, which though they are so great, and are driven <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/w/withersoever.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/w/withers.htm"><span class="l">Withers (20 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/w/withers.htm - 11k</font><p><a href="/topical/w/withes.htm"><span class="l">Withes (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/w/withes.htm - 8k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Withersoever (1 Occurrence)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/james/3-4.htm">James 3:4</a></span><br />Behold also the ships, which though they are so great, and are driven by fierce winds, yet they are turned about with a very small helm, <span class="boldtext">withersoever</span> the governor willeth.<br /><span class="source">(WBS)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/w/withersoever.htm">Withersoever</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/w/withheld.htm">Withheld (32 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/l/liers-in-wait.htm">Liers-in-wait (10 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/g/green.htm">Green (72 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/w/withersoever.htm">Withersoever (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/w/withs.htm">Withs (3 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/bee.htm">Bee (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/c/cord.htm">Cord (47 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/a/abiding.htm">Abiding (40 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/t/thread.htm">Thread (32 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/brake.htm">Brake (80 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/t/toucheth.htm">Toucheth (45 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/n/number.htm">Number (2370 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/l/lying.htm">Lying (203 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/w/withers.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Withers"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Withers" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/w/withes.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Withes"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Withes" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>