manifold

In Jewish tradition

Many and of many kinds. It is used to praise the many works and ways of God.

Interpretation. The Psalms say that God's creations are many and wise, and that His signs in Egypt were many. Tradition reads this as wonder at the variety and order of the world. In the primary lessons: in tales, a great company or many dangers, not one exact number

Meaning

1. Manifold means many and of many different kinds. tree →
2. (old use) Manifold means having many parts or forms. tree →

Examples

• How manifold are Thy works, O LORD! (Writings PSA.104.24, JPS 1917) tree →
• They wrought among them His manifold signs, and wonders in the land of Ham. (Writings PSA.105.27, JPS 1917) tree →
• And that He would tell thee the secrets of wisdom, that sound wisdom is manifold! (Writings JOB.11.6, JPS 1917) tree →
• The lord had a manifold and great train of servants. tree →
• They were saved from manifold dangers at sea. tree →
• Our town has manifold blessings. tree →

Note

manifold means many but not an exact count; it gives no number to add, subtract or share