Key Terms

abomination

abominable, abominably, disgusting, foul

Definition:

The term "abomination" is used to refer to something that causes disgust or extreme dislike.

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(See also: adultery, desecrate, desolate, false god, sacrifice)

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abominable, abomination, abominations, committed ... abominably, disgusting practices, disgusting thing, disgusting things, foul, foul thing


adopt

adoption

Definition:

The terms "adopt" and "adoption" refer to the process of someone legally becoming the child of people who are not his biological parents.

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(See also: heir, inherit, spirit)

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adopt, adopted, adoption


adultery

adulterer, adulteress, adulterous, immoral woman

Definition:

The term "adultery" refers to a sin that occurs when a married person has sexual relations with someone who is not that person's spouse. Both of them are guilty of adultery. The term "adulterous" describes this kind of behavior or any person who commits this sin.

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(See also: commit, covenant, sexual immorality, faithful)

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adulterer, adulterers, adulteress, adulteresses, adulteries, adulterous, adultery, immoral woman


Almighty

Facts:

The term "Almighty" literally means "all-powerful"; in the Bible, it always refers to God.

Translation Suggestions:

(Translation suggestions: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-names)

(See also: God, lord, power)

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Almighty, Almighty's


altar

Definition:

An altar was a raised structure on which the Israelites burned animals and grains as offerings to God.

(See also: altar of incense, false god, grain offering, sacrifice)

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altar, altars


amen

let it be so

Definition:

The term "amen" is a word used to emphasize or call attention to what a person has said. It is often used at the end of a prayer. Sometimes it is translated as "truly."

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: fulfill, true)

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

amen, let it be so


angel

archangel

Definition:

An angel is a powerful spirit being whom God created. Angels exist to serve God by doing whatever he tells them to do. The term "archangel" refers to the angel who rules or leads all the other angels.

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(See also: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-unknown)

(See also: chief, head, messenger, Michael, ruler, servant)

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angel, angels, archangel


anoint

perfume, sons of fresh olive oil

Definition:

The term "anoint" means to rub or pour oil on a person or object. Sometimes the oil was mixed with spices, giving it a sweet, perfumed smell. The term is also used figuratively to refer to the Holy Spirit choosing and empowering someone.

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(See also: Christ, consecrate, high priest, King of the Jews, priest, prophet )

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anoint, anointed, anointing, perfume, sons of fresh olive oil


antichrist

Definition:

The term "antichrist" refers to a person or teaching that is against Jesus Christ and his work. There are many antichrists in the world.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: Christ, reveal, tribulation)

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antichrist, antichrists


apostle

apostleship

Definition:

The "apostles" were men sent by Jesus to preach about God and his kingdom. The term "apostleship" refers to the position and authority of those who were chosen as apostles.

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(See also: authority, disciple, James (son of Zebedee), Paul, the twelve)

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apostle, apostles, apostles', apostleship


appoint

appointment, direct, predetermine, put in place, reserve, select, set in place, set over, set up, set under

Definition:

The terms "appoint" and "appointed" refer to choosing someone to fulfill a specific task or role.

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appoint, appointed, appointed by lot, appointment, appoints, area ... reserved, directed, predetermined, put ... in place, reserved, selected, selects, set ... in place, set ... over, set ... up, set under


ark

chest

Definition:

The term "ark" literally refers to a rectangular wooden box that is made to hold or protect something. An ark can be large or small, depending on what it is being used for.

(See also: ark of the covenant, basket)

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ark, chest


ark of the covenant

ark of Yahweh, ark of the covenant decrees, ark of the covenant of Yahweh

Definition:

These terms refer to a special wooden chest, overlaid with gold, that contained the two stone tablets on which the Ten Commandments were written. It also contained Aaron's staff and a jar of manna.

(See also: ark, covenant, atonement, holy place, testimony)

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ark of Yahweh, ark of the covenant, ark of the covenant decrees, ark of the covenant of Yahweh


atonement

atone

Definition:

The terms "atone" and "atonement" refer to how God provided a sacrifice to pay for people's sins and to appease his wrath for sin.

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(See also: atonement lid, forgive, propitiation, reconcile, redeem)

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atone, atoned, atonement, atones


atonement lid

Definition:

The "atonement lid" was a slab of gold that was used to cover the top of the ark of the covenant. In many English translations, it is also referred to as an "atonement cover."

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(See also: ark of the covenant, atonement, cherubim, propitiation, redeem)

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atonement lid


authority

authority to judge, place in charge, put in charge, right

Definition:

The term "authority" refers to the power of influence and control that someone has over someone else.

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(See also: citizen, command, obey, power, ruler)

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authorities, authority, authority to judge, places ... in charge, put ... in charge, puts ... in charge, right, was ... in charge, were ... in charge


baptize

baptism

Definition:

In the New Testament, the terms "baptize" and "baptism" usually refer to ritually bathing a Christian with water to show that he has been cleansed from sin and has been united with Christ.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-unknown)

(See also: John (the Baptist), repent, Holy Spirit)

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baptism, baptize, baptized, baptizing


believe

be persuaded, belief, believer, have faith, persuade, persuasive

Definition:

The terms "believe" and "believe in" are closely related, but have slightly different meanings:

In the Bible, the term "believer" refers to someone who believes in and relies on Jesus Christ as Savior.

The term "unbelief" refers to not believing something or someone.

Translation Suggestions:

Translating "believe" and "believe in":

Translating "believer":

Translating "unbelief" and "unbeliever":

(See also: believe, apostle, Christian, disciple, faith, trust)

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am persuaded, belief, believe, believed, believer, believers, believes, believing, has faith, persuade, persuaded, persuading, persuasiveness, were persuaded


beloved

dear, lovely, treasured

Definition:

The term "beloved" is an expression of affection that describes someone who is loved and dear to someone else.

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(See also: love)

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beloved, dear, lovely, treasured


bind

bond, bound, chain, fetter, put in bonds, put on, restrain, tie, wrap

Definition:

The term "bind" means to tie something or fasten it securely. Something that is tied or joined together is called a "bond." The term "bound" is the past tense of this term.

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(See also: fulfill, peace, prison, servant, vow)

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bind, binding, bond, bonds, bound, chain, chained, chains, fetters, is bound, put ... in bonds, puts on, restrain, tie, tie up, tied, tied up, tying, wrapped


birthright

Definition:

The term "birthright" in the Bible refers to the honor, family name, and physical wealth that was normally given to the firstborn son in a family.

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(See also: firstborn, inherit, descendant)

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birthright


blameless

blamelessly, faultless, without blame

Definition:

The term "blameless" literally means "without blame." It is used to refer to a person who obeys God wholeheartedly, but it does not mean that the person is sinless.

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blameless, blamelessly, faultless, without blame


blasphemy

blaspheme, blasphemer, blasphemous, insult, revile, taunt

Definition:

In the Bible, the term "blasphemy" refers to speaking in a way that shows a deep disrespect for God or people. To "blaspheme" or "insult" or "revile" someone is to speak against that person so that others think something false or bad about him.

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(See also: dishonor, slander)

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blaspheme, blasphemed, blasphemer, blasphemers, blasphemes, blasphemies, blaspheming, blasphemous, blasphemy, insult, insulted, insulting, insults, revile, reviled, reviling


bless

happier, happy

Definition:

To "bless" someone or something means to cause good and beneficial things to happen to the person or thing that is being blessed.

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(See also: praise)

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bless, blessed, blesses, blessing, blessings, happier, happy


blood

bleeding

Definition:

The term "blood" refers to the red liquid that comes out of a person's skin when there is an injury or wound. Blood brings life-giving nutrients to a person's entire body.

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(See also: flesh)

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bleeding, blood


boast

boastful

Definition:

The term "boast" means to talk proudly about something or someone. Often it means to brag about oneself.

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(See also: proud)

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boast, boasted, boastful, boasting, boasts, reason for boasting


body

bodily, body of Christ, carcass, corpse

Definition:

The term "body" literally refers to the physical body of a person or animal. This term is also used figuratively to refer to an object or whole group that has individual members.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: head, spirit)

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bodies, bodily, body, carcass, carcasses, corpse, corpses


born again

born from God, born from him, new birth

Definition:

The term "born again" was first used by Jesus to describe what it means for God to change a person from being dead spiritually to being alive spiritually. The terms "born of God" and "born of the Spirit" also refer to a person being given new spiritual life.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: Holy Spirit, save)

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born again, born from God, born from him, born of God, new birth


brother

brotherhood

Definition:

The term "brother" usually refers to a male person who shares at least one biological parent with another person.

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(See also: apostle, God the Father, sister, spirit)

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brother, brother's, brotherhood, brothers, brothers'


call

appeal to, invite, summon

Definition:

The terms "call to" and "call out" mean to say something loudly to someone who is not nearby. To "call" someone means to summon that person. There are also some other meanings.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: pray)

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appeal to, appealed to, appealing to, call, called, called on, called out, calling, calling out, calls, calls out, invite, invited, summon, summoned, summoning


centurion

Definition:

A centurion was a Roman army officer who had a group of 100 soldiers under his command.

(See also: Rome)

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centurion, centurions


children

child, childhood, childless

Definition:

In the Bible, the term "child" is often used to generally refer to someone who is young in age, including an infant.

The words "child" and "children" also have several figurative uses.

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(See also: descendant, promise, son, spirit, believe, beloved)

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child, childhood, childless, children


Christ

Christ Jesus, Jesus Christ, Messiah

Facts:

The terms "Messiah" and "Christ" mean "Anointed One" and refer to Jesus, God's Son.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-names)

(See also: Son of God, David, Jesus, anoint)

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Christ, Christ Jesus, Jesus Christ, Messiah


Christian

Definition:

Some time after Jesus went back to heaven, people made up the name "Christian" which means, "follower of Christ."

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(See also: Antioch, Christ, church, disciple, believe, Jesus, Son of God)

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Christian, Christians


church

Definition:

In the New Testament, the term "church" refers to a local group of believers in Jesus who regularly met together to pray and hear God's word preached. The term "the Church" often refers to all Christians.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: assembly, believe, Christian)

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church, churches


circumcise

circumcision, uncircumcision

Definition:

The term "circumcise" means to cut off the foreskin of a man or male child. A circumcision ceremony may be performed in connection with this.

The terms "uncircumcised" and "uncircumcision" refer to a male who has not been physically circumcised. These terms are also used figuratively.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-unknown)

(See also: Abraham, covenant)

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circumcise, circumcised, circumcision, uncircumcised, uncircumcision


clean

cleanness, cleanse, unclean, uncleanness, wash

Definition:

The term "clean" literally means to not have any dirt or stain. In the Bible, words like "clean" and "washed" are often used figuratively to mean, "pure," "holy," "free from sin," or "innocent".

In the Bible, the term "unclean" is used figuratively to refer to things that God declared to be unfit for his people to touch, eat, or sacrifice.

Translation Suggestions:

Translating "clean":

Translating "unclean""

(See also: defile, demon, holy, sacrifice)

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clean, cleaned, cleanness, cleans, cleanse, cleansed, cleanses, cleansing, purge, unclean, uncleanness, wash, washed, washes, washing


command

commandment, forbid, order, requirement, solemn command

Definition:

The term to "command" means to order someone to do something. A "command" or "commandment" is what the person was ordered to do.

Translation Suggestions

(See decree, statute, law, Ten Commandments)

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command, commanded, commanding, commandment, commandments, commands, forbid, forbidden, forbidding, give ... solemn command, given ... solemn commands, given an order, given orders, order, ordered, orders, requirement, solemn commands


compassion

compassionate, deal gently with, pity, sympathy

Definition:

The term "compassion" refers to a feeling of concern for people, especially for those who are suffering. A "compassionate" person cares about other people and helps them.

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compassion, compassionate, compassions, deal gently with, pitied, pity, sympathy


condemn

condemnation, denounce, sentence, sentence of condemnation, sentenced to death

Definition:

The terms "condemn" and "condemnation" refer to judging someone for doing something wrong.

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(See also: judge, punish)

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condemn, condemnation, condemned, condemning, condemns, denounce, sentence, sentence of condemnation, sentenced to death


confess

confession, profess

Definition:

To confess means to admit or assert that something is true. A "confession" is a statement or admission that something is true.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: faith, testimony)

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confess, confessed, confesses, confessing, confession, profess


conscience

Definition:

The conscience is the part of a person's thinking through which God makes him aware that he is doing something sinful.

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conscience, consciences


consecrate

consecrated portion, consecration

Definition:

To consecrate means to dedicate something or someone to serve God. The person or object that is consecrated is considered holy and set apart for God.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: holy, pure, sanctify)

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consecrate, consecrated, consecrated portion, consecrates, consecration


cornerstone

Definition:

The term "cornerstone" refers to a large stone that has been specially cut and placed in the corner of the foundation of a building.

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cornerstone, cornerstones


covenant

agreed, contract, new covenant, will

Definition:

A covenant is a formal, binding agreement between two parties that one or both parties must fulfill.

The term "new covenant" refers to the commitment or agreement God made with his people through the sacrifice of his Son, Jesus.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: covenant, promise)

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agreed, contract, covenant, covenants, new covenant, will


covenant faithfulness

covenant loyalty, loving kindness, steadfast love, unfailing love

Definition:

This term is used to describe God's commitment to fulfill the promises that he made to his people.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: covenant, faithful, grace, Israel, people of God, promise)

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

covenant faithfulness, covenant loyalty, loving kindness, steadfast love, unfailing love


cross

Definition:

In Bible times, a cross was an upright wooden post stuck into the ground, with a horizontal wooden beam attached to it near the top.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: crucify, Rome)

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cross


crucify

nail him to a cross

Definition:

The term "crucify" means to execute someone by attaching him to a cross and leaving him there to suffer and die in great pain.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: cross, Rome)

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crucified, crucify, nailing ... to a cross


curse

accursed, speak evil

Definition:

The term "curse" means to cause negative things to happen to the person or thing that is being cursed.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: bless)

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accursed, curse, cursed, curses, cursing, speaks evil


daughter of Zion

Definition:

"Daughter of Zion" is a figurative way of referring to the people of Israel. It is usually used in prophecies.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: Jerusalem, prophet, Zion)

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

daughter of Zion


day of the Lord

day of Christ Jesus, day of Jesus Christ, day of Yahweh, day of Yahweh's wrath

Description:

The Old Testament term "day of Yahweh" is used to refer to one or more specific times when God would punish people for their sin.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: day, judgment day, Lord, resurrection, Yahweh)

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day of Christ Jesus, day of Jesus Christ, day of Yahweh, day of Yahweh's wrath, day of our Lord Jesus, day of our Lord Jesus Christ, day of the Lord


deacon

Definition:

A deacon is a person who serves in the local church, helping fellow believers with practical needs, such as food or money.

(See also: minister, servant)

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

deacon, deacons


demon

demonic

Definition:

All these terms refer to demons, which are spirit beings that oppose God's will.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: demon-possessed, Satan, false god, false god, angel, evil, clean)

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demon, demonic, demons


demon-possessed

possessed by a demon

Definition:

A person who is demon-possessed has a demon or evil spirit that controls what he does and thinks.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: demon)

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Examples from the Bible stories:

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

demon-possessed, possessed by a demon, possessed by demons


disciple

Definition:

The term "disciple" refers to a person who spends much time with a teacher, learning from that teacher's character and teaching.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: apostle, believe, Jesus, John (the Baptist), the twelve)

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Examples from the Bible stories:

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

disciple, disciples


discipline

idle, confront, disorderly, self-discipline, train

Definition:

The term "discipline" refers to training people to obey a set of guidelines for moral behavior.

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are ... idle, confronted, discipline, disciplined, disciplines, disorderly, no discipline, self-discipline, trained, training, trains, untrained, were ... idle


divine

deity, divine nature

Definition:

The term "divine" refers to anything pertaining to God.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: authority, false god, glory, God, judge, power)

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deity, divine, divine nature


dominion

control, dominate, subjugate

Definition:

The term "dominion" refers to power, control, or authority over people, animals, or land.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: authority, power)

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control, controls, dominate, dominion, dominions, subjugate


elect

Chosen One, choice, choose, election

Definition:

The term "the elect" literally means "chosen ones" or "chosen people" and refers to those whom God has appointed or selected to be his people. "Chosen One" or "Chosen One of God" is a title that refers to Jesus, who is the chosen Messiah.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: appoint, Christ)

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Chosen One, choice, choose, chooses, chose, chosen, chosen one, chosen ones, chosen people, elect, election


ephod

Definition:

An ephod was an apron-like garment worn by the Israelite priests. It had two parts, front and back, that were joined together at the shoulders and tied around the waist with a cloth belt.

(See also: priest)

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ephod


eternity

ages long ago, eternal, ever, everlasting, for all time, forever, forevermore

Definition:

The terms "everlasting" and "eternal" have very similar meanings and refer to something that will always exist or that lasts forever.

The term "forever" refers to never-ending time. Sometimes it is used figuratively to mean "a very long time."

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: David, reign, life)

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ages long ago, eternal, eternity, ever, everlasting, for all time, forever, forevermore, never


eunuch

Definition:

Usually the term "eunuch" refers to a man who has been castrated. The term later became a general term to refer to any government official, even those without the deformity.

(See also: Philip)

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eunuch, eunuchs


evangelist

Definition:

An "evangelist" is a person who tells other people the good news about Jesus Christ.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: good news, spirit, gift)

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

evangelist, evangelists


evil

deal violently, displeasing, evil actions, evil deeds, evil plans, fraudulent, harm, harmful, violate, violence, violent, wicked, wicked deeds, wickedly, wickedness, wretched, wretchedly

Definition:

The terms "evil" and "wicked" both refer to anything that is opposed to God's holy character and will.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: disobey, sin, good, righteous, demon)

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deal violently, deal worse, displeasing, do ... evil, do ... violence, done ... violence, evil, evil actions, evil deeds, evil plans, evils, fraudulent, harm, harmful, violate, violated, violates, violence, violent, wicked, wicked deeds, wickedly, wickedness, wretched, wretchedly, wretches


exalt

exaltation, high position, leadership position, lifted up

Definition:

To exalt is to lift up. Often exalt means to praise or honor someone or something. It can also mean to put someone in an honored position of leadership.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: praise, worship, glory, boast, proud)

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exalt, exaltation, exalted, exalting, exalts, high position, leadership positions, lifted up, lofty


exhort

exhortation, urge

Definition:

The term "exhort" means to strongly encourage and urge someone to do what is right. Such encouragement is called "exhortation."

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exhort, exhortation, exhortations, exhorted, exhorting, urge, urged


faith

Definition:

In general, the term "faith" refers to a belief, trust or confidence in someone or something.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: believe, faithful)

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Examples from the Bible stories:

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faith


faithful

faithfully, faithfulness, reliable

Definition:

To be "faithful" to God means to consistently live according to God's teachings. It means to be loyal to him by obeying him.The state or condition of being faithful is "faithfulness."

The term "unfaithful" describes people who do not do what God has commanded them to do. The condition or practice of being unfaithful is "unfaithfulness."

Translation Suggestions:

Translating "faithful" and "faithfulness"

Translating "unfaithful" and "unfaithfulness"

(See also: adultery, believe, disobey, faith, believe)

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faithful, faithful one, faithful people, faithfully, faithfulness, reliable, show ... self ... faithful


faithless

faithless deeds, faithlessly, faithlessness, unbelief, unbeliever, unfaithful, unfaithfully, unfaithfulness

Definition:

The term "faithless" means to not have faith or to not believe.

Translation Suggestions

(See also: believe, faithful, disobey)

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be unfaithful, faithless, faithless deeds, faithlessly, faithlessness, those who do not believe, unbelief, unbeliever, unbelievers, unbelieving, unfaithful, unfaithfully, unfaithfulness


favor

favorable, favoritism, privilege, request for favor, show favor

Definition:

To "favor" is to prefer. When someone favors a person, he regards that person positively and does more to benefit that person than he does to benefit others.

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favor, favorable, favored, favoritism, favors, privilege, request for favor, seek ... favor, seeking the favor, show favor, shown favor, sought ... favor


fear

afraid, alarmed, anxiety, coward, dismay, dread, fainthearted, fearful, fearlessly, fearsome, frighten, timid, unafraid

Definition:

The terms "fear" and "afraid" refer to the unpleasant feeling a person has when there is a threat of harm to himself or others.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: marvel, awe, Lord, power, Yahweh)

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afraid, alarmed, anxiety, cowards, dismay, dismayed, dread, dreaded, fainthearted, fear, feared, fearful, fearful thing, fearlessly, fears, fearsome, frighten, frightened, timid, unafraid


fellowship

alliance, associate with, association, allied with, contribution, participants with, partnership, share, united

Definition:

In general, the term "fellowship" refers to friendly interactions between members of a group of people who share similar interests and experiences.

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alliance, alliances, associate with, association, be allied with, be participants with, contribution, contributions, fellowship, participant, participants, partnership, share, sharers, shares, sharing, united


filled with the Holy Spirit

full of the Holy Spirit

Definition:

The term "filled with the Holy Spirit" is a figurative expression that, when used to describe a person means the Holy Spirit is empowering that person to do God's will.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: Holy Spirit)

Bible References:

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filled ... with the Holy Spirit, full ... of the Holy Spirit, full ... of the Spirit


flesh

fleshly, human, living creatures, meat, physical

Definition:

In the Bible, the term "flesh" literally refers to the soft tissue of the physical body of a human being or animal.

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flesh, fleshly, human, humans, living creatures, meat, physical


fool

folly, foolish, foolishly, foolishness, insane, insanity, out of his mind, senseless, stupid, thoughtless, unwise

Definition:

The term "fool" refers to a person who often makes wrong choices, especially choosing to disobey. The term "foolish" describes a person or behavior that is not wise.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: wise)

Bible References:

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act of disgraceful folly, acted ... foolishly, disgraceful folly, folly, fool, foolish, foolishness, fools, insane, insanity, out of ... mind, senseless, spoken ... foolishly, stupid, thoughtless, unwise


forgive

forgiven, forgiveness, pardon

Definition:

To forgive someone means to not hold a grudge against that person even though they did something hurtful. "Forgiveness" is the act of forgiving someone.

The term "pardon" means to forgive and not punish someone for his sin.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: guilt)

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Examples from the Bible stories:

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forgave, forgive, forgiven, forgiveness, forgives, pardon, pardoned


forsaken

abandon, give up, leave, walk away from

Definition:

The term "forsake" means to abandon someone or to give up something. Someone who has been "forsaken" has been deserted or abandoned by someone else.

Translation Suggestions:

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abandon, abandoned, forsake, give up, has left, have left, leave, left, walk away from


fulfill

carry out, fill to the limit, finish, fulfillment, in full, make something full

Definition:

The term "fulfill" means to complete or accomplish something that was expected.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: prophet, Christ, minister, call)

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carried out, fill up ... to the limit, finishing, fulfill, fulfilled, fulfillment, fulfills, in full, make ... full


Gentile

Facts:

The term "Gentile" refers to anyone who is not a Jew. Gentiles are people who are not descendants of Jacob.

(See also: Israel, Jacob, Jew)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Gentile, Gentiles


gift

give, gracious gift

Definition:

The term "gift" refers to anything that is given or offered to someone. A gift is given without the expectation of getting anything in return

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: spirit, Holy Spirit)

Bible References:

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gift, gifts, give, gracious gift


glory

beautiful, beauty, glorify, glorious, take pride

Definition:

In general, the term "glory" means honor, splendor, and extreme greatness. Anything that has glory is said to be "glorious."

The term "glorify" means to show or tell how great and important something or someone is. It literally means to "give glory to."

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: exalt, obey, praise)

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beautiful, beauty, glories, glorified, glorifies, glorify, glorifying, glorious, glory, take pride


god

disgusting figure, false god, goat idols, goddess, idolater, idolatrous, idolatry

Definition:

A false god is something that people worship instead of the one true God. The term "goddess" refers specifically to a female false god.

An idol is an object that people make so they can worship it. Something is described as "idolatrous" if it involves giving honor to something other than the one true God.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: God, Asherah, Baal, Molech, demon, image, kingdom, worship)

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Examples from the Bible stories:

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disgusting figure, disgusting figures, false god, goat idols, god, goddess, gods, idol, idol's, idolater, idolaters, idolatrous, idolatry, idols, idols'


God

the living God

Facts:

In the Bible, the term "God" refers to the eternal being who created the universe out of nothing. God exists as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. God's personal name is "Yahweh."

Translation Suggestions:

(Translation suggestions: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-names)

(See also: create, false god, God the Father, Holy Spirit, false god, Son of God, Yahweh)

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God, God's, the living God


God the Father

Father, heavenly Father, my Father

Facts:

The terms "God the Father" and "heavenly Father" refer to Yahweh, the one true God. Another term with the same meaning is "Father," used most often when Jesus was referring to him.

Translation Suggestions:

(Translation suggestions: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-names)

(See also: ancestor, God, heaven, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Son of God)

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Father, God the Father, heavenly Father, my Father


godly

godless, godless actions, godlessness, godliness, ungodliness, ungodly

Definition:

The term "godly" is used to describe a person who acts in a way that honors God and shows what God is like. "Godliness" is the character quality of honoring God by doing his will.

The terms "ungodly" and "godless" describe people who are in rebellion against God. Living in an evil way, without thought of God, is called "ungodliness" or "godlessness."

Translation Suggestions:

(See also evil, honor, obey, righteous, righteous)

Bible References:

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

godless, godless actions, godlessness, godliness, godly, godly life, ungodliness, ungodly


good

best, better, fair, good things, goodness, improved, prefer, proper, well

Definition:

The word "good" has different meanings depending on the context. Many languages will use different words to translate these different meanings.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: evil, holy, profit, righteous)

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best, better, do ... good, fair, good, good things, goodness, goods, improved, made ... better, prefer, proper, seemed good, well


good news

gospel

Definition:

The term "gospel" literally means "good news" and refers to a message or announcement that tells people something that benefits them and makes them glad.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: kingdom, sacrifice, save)

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announce good news, announced the good news, announcing ... the good news, being told good news, bring ... good news, brings ... good news, brought ... good news, good news, gospel, gospel's, had ... good news proclaimed, preach the gospel, preached the gospel beforehand, preaching ... the gospel, proclaim ... gospel, proclaimed the good news, proclaimed the gospel, proclaiming ... good news, proclaiming the gospel, telling ... good news, were told the good news


grace

generous, gracious, graciously

Definition:

The word "grace" refers to help or blessing that is given to someone who has not earned it. The term "gracious" describes someone who shows grace to others.

Translation Suggestions:

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act of grace, generous, grace, gracious, graciously, graciously given


guilt

guilty, accountable, reason for a penalty

Definition:

The term "guilt" refers to the fact of having sinned or committed a crime.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: innocent, iniquity, punish, sin)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

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cause ... to become guilty, find guilty, guilt, guilty, held accountable, reason for ... penalty


Hades

Sheol

Definition:

The terms "Hades" and "Sheol" are used in the Bible to refer to death and the place where the souls of people go when they die. Their meanings are similar.

Translation Suggestions

(Translation suggestions: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-unknown)

(See also: death, heaven, hell, tomb)

Bible References:

Word Data:

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Hades, Sheol


heart

kidneys

Definition:

In the Bible, the term "heart" is often used figuratively to refer to a person's thoughts, emotions, desires, or will.

Translation Suggestions

(See also: hard)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

heart, hearts, kidneys


heaven

heavenly, in midair, overhead, sky

Definition:

The term that is translated as "heaven" usually refers to where God lives. The same word can also mean "sky," depending on the context.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: kingdom of God)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

heaven, heavenly, heavens, in midair, overhead, skies, sky


Hebrew

Facts:

The "Hebrews" were people who were descended from Abraham through the line of Isaac and Jacob. Abraham is the first person in the Bible to be called a "Hebrew."

(Translation suggestions: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-names)

(See also: Israel, Jew, Jewish leaders)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Hebrew, Hebrews, Hebrews'


hell

delivered to Tartarus, hell, lake of fire

Definition:

Hell is the final place of unending pain and suffering where God will punish everyone who rebels against him and rejects his plan of saving them through Jesus' sacrifice. It is also referred to as the "lake of fire."

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: heaven, death, Hades, abyss)

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

delivered ... to Tartarus, hell, lake of fire


high priest

high priesthood

Definition:

The term "high priest" refers to a special priest who was appointed to serve for one year as the leader of all the other Israelite priests.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: Annas, Caiaphas, chief priests, priest, temple)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

high priest, high priesthood, high priests


holy

holiness, sacred, unholy

Definition:

The terms "holy" and "holiness" refer to the character of God that is totally set apart and separated from everything that is sinful and imperfect.

Literally, the term "unholy" means "not holy." It describes someone or something that does not honor God.

The term "sacred" describes something that relates to worshiping God or to the pagan worship of false gods.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: Holy Spirit, consecrate, sanctify, set apart)

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Examples from the Bible stories:

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holier, holiest, holiness, holy, holy duties, honored as holy, makes ... holy, sacred, sacred gifts, sacred places, unholy


Holy One

holy one

Definition:

The term "Holy One" is a title in the Bible that almost always refers to God.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: holy, God)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Holy One, holy ones


holy place

Definition:

In the Bible, the terms "the holy place" and "the most holy place" refer to the two parts of the tabernacle or temple building.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: altar of incense, ark of the covenant, bread, consecrate, courtyard, curtain, holy, set apart, tabernacle, temple)

Bible References:

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holy place


Holy Spirit

Spirit, Spirit of God, Spirit of the Lord, Spirit of the Lord Yahweh

Facts:

These terms all refer to the Holy Spirit, who is God. The one true God exists eternally as the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: holy, spirit, God, Lord, God the Father, Son of God, gift)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Holy Spirit, Spirit, Spirit of God, Spirit of the Lord, Spirit of the Lord Yahweh


honor

dignified, esteem, held in honor, highly regarded, honorable, of high standing, places of honor, recognition

Definition:

The terms "honor" and to "honor" refer to giving someone respect, esteem, or reverence.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: dishonor, glory, glory, praise)

Bible References:

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

dignified, esteem, held in honor, highly regarded, honor, honorable, honored, honoring, honors, of high standing, places of honor, recognition


hope

Definition:

Hope is strongly desiring something to happen. Hope can imply either certainty or uncertainty regarding a future event.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: bless, confidence, good, obey, trust, word of God)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

hope, hoped, hopes, look to ... in hope, uselessly hope


house of God

house of Yahweh

Definition:

In the Bible, the phrases "house of God" (God's house) and "house of Yahweh (Yahweh's house) refer to a place where God is worshiped.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: people of God, tabernacle, temple)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

house of ... God, house of Yahweh


humble

humbly, humility, lowliness of mind

Definition:

The term "humble" describes a person who does not think of himself as better than others. He is not proud or arrogant. Humility is the quality of being humble.

(See also: proud)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

humble, humbled, humbles, humbling, humbly, humility, lowliness of mind


hypocrite

hypocrisy

Definition:

The term "hypocrite" refers to a person who does things to appear righteous, but who secretly is acting in evil ways. The term "hypocrisy" refers to the behavior that deceives people into thinking a person is righteous.

Translation Suggestions:

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

hypocrisy, hypocrite, hypocrites


image of God

Definition:

The term "image" refers to something that looks like something else or that is like someone in character or essence. The phrase "image of God" is used in different ways, depending on the context.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: image, Son of God, Son of God)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

image of God


in Christ

in Christ Jesus, in Jesus, in the Lord, in the Lord Jesus, into Christ

Definition:

The phrase "in Christ" and related terms refer to the state or condition of being in relationship with Jesus Christ through faith in him.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: Christ, Lord, Jesus, believe, faith)

Bible References:

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in Christ, in Christ Jesus, in Jesus, in him, in the Lord, in the Lord Jesus, into Christ


inherit

heritage, inheritance,legacy

Definition:

The term "inherit" refers to receiving something valuable from a parent or other person because of a special relationship with that person. The "inheritance" is what is received.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: heir, Canaan, Promised Land)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

heritage, inherit, inheritance, inheritances, inherited, legacy


iniquity

Definition:

The term "iniquity" is a word that is very similar in meaning to the term "sin," but may more specifically refer to conscious acts of wrongdoing or great wickedness.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: sin, transgress, trespass)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

commits iniquity, guilt of ... iniquity, iniquities, iniquity


innocent

guiltless, innocence

Definition:

The term "innocent" means to not be guilty of a crime or other wrongdoing. It can also refer more generally to people who are not involved in evil things.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: guilt)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

declared innocent, guiltless, innocence, innocent


intercede

intercession, petition

Definition:

The terms "intercede" and "intercession" refer to making requests to someone on behalf of another person. In the Bible this usually refers to praying for other people.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: pray)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

intercede, intercedes, interceding, intercession, petition, petitions


Israel

Israelite

Facts:

The term "Israel" is the name that God gave to Jacob. It means "he struggles with God."

(See also: Jacob, kingdom of Israel, Judah, nation, twelve tribes of Israel)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Israel, Israel's, Israelite, Israelite's, Israelites, Israelites'


jealous

jealousy

Definition:

The terms "jealous" and "jealousy" refer to a strong desire to protect the purity of a relationship. They can also refer to a strong desire to keep possession of something or someone.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: envy)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

jealous, jealousy


Jesus

the Lord Jesus

Facts:

Jesus is God's Son. The name "Jesus" means "Yahweh saves."

Translation Suggestions:

(Translation suggestions: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-names)

(See also: Christ, God, God the Father, high priest, kingdom of God, Mary, Savior, Son of God)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Jesus, the Lord Jesus


Jew

Jewish, person of Judah

Facts:

Jews are people who are descendants of Abraham's grandson Jacob. The word "Jew" comes from the word "Judah."

(See also: Abraham, Jacob, Israel, Babylon, Jewish leaders)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Jew, Jewish, Jews, Jews', a person of Judah, the language of Judah, the people of Judah


judge

act of judging, consider, decide, decision, give justice, give judgment, judgment, judgment seat

Definition:

The terms "judge" and "judgment" often refer to making a decision about whether something is morally right or wrong.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: decree, judge, judgment day, just, law, law)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

acts of judgment, consider, considered, considering, decide, decided, decided on, decision, give justice, giving judgment, have decided, insightful decisions, judge, judged, judges, judging, judgment, judgment seat, judgments, renders judgment, will judge


judgment day

day of judgment

Definition:

The term"judgment day" refers to a future time when God will judge every person.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: judge, Jesus, heaven, hell)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

day of judgment, judgment day, that day


justice

honest, injustice, just, justification, justify, maintain someone's rights, vindicate, vindication

Definition:

"Just" and "justice" refer to treating people fairly according to God's laws. Human laws that reflect God's standard of right behavior toward others are also just.

The terms "unjust" and "unjustly" refer to treating people in an unfair and often harmful manner.

The terms "justify" and "justification" refer to causing a guilty person to be righteous. Only God can truly justify people.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: forgive, guilt, judge, righteous)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

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desire for justice, dishonest, honest, injustice, injustices, just, justice, justification, justified, justifies, justify, justly, maintain ... rights, unjust, unjustly, vindicate, vindicated, vindication


King of the Jews

Definition:

The term "King of the Jews" is a title that refers to Jesus, the Messiah.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: descendant, Jew, Jesus, king, kingdom, kingdom of God, wise men)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

King of the Jews, king of the Jews


kingdom of God

kingdom of Christ and God, kingdom of heaven

Definition:

The terms "kingdom of God" and "kingdom of heaven" both refer to God's rule and authority over his people and over all creation.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: God, heaven, king, kingdom, King of the Jews, reign)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

kingdom of Christ and God, kingdom of God, kingdom of heaven


lamb

Lamb of God

Definition:

The term "lamb" refers to a young sheep. Sheep are four-legged animals with thick, woolly hair, used for sacrifices to God. Jesus is called the "Lamb of God" because he was sacrificed to pay for people's sins.

Translation Suggestions:

(See: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-unknown)

(See also: sheep, shepherd)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Lamb, Lamb of God, lamb, lambs


lament

dirge, lamentation

Definition:

The terms "lament" and "lamentation" refer to a strong expression of mourning, sorrow, or grief.

Translation Suggestions:

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

dirge, lament, lamentation, lamentations, lamented, lamenting, laments, sing dirges


last day

last times, latter days

Definition:

The term "last days" or "latter days" refers generally to the time period at the end of the current age.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: day of the Lord, judge, turn, world)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

last day, last days, last times, latter days


law of Moses

God's law, book of Moses, book of the law, expert in the law, law of God, law of Yahweh, law of the Lord, the law

Definition:

All these terms refer to the commandments and instructions that God gave Moses for the Israelites to obey. The terms "law" and "God's law" are also used more generally to refer to everything God wants his people to obey.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: instruct, Moses, Ten Commandments, lawful, Yahweh)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

God's law, book of Moses, book of the law, expert in the law, law of Moses, law of Yahweh, law of the Lord, the law, the law of God, your law


life

alive, come to life, conduct, exist, fresh, life-giving, lifetime, live, revive, survive, survivor

Definition:

All these terms refer to being physically alive, not dead. They are also used figuratively to refer to being alive spiritually. The following discusses what is meant by "physical life" and "spiritual life."

1. Physical life

2. Spiritual life

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: death, everlasting)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

alive, come to life, conduct, conducted, existed, fresh, keep ... alive, life, life-giving, lifeless, lifetime, live, lived, lives, living, revive, revived, survive, survived, survivor, survivors


lord

landowner, Lord, master, master of the house, mistress, owner, owner of a house, sir

Definition:

The term "lord" refers to someone who has ownership or authority over other people.

When "Lord" is capitalized, it is a title that refers to God. (Note, however, that when it is used as a form of addressing someone or it occurs at the beginning of a sentence it may be capitalized and have the meaning of "sir" or "master.")

Translation Suggestions:

Translating "lord":

Translating "Lord":

(See also: God, Jesus, ruler, Yahweh)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Lord, Lord's, landowner, lord, lord's, lords, master, master of the house, master's, masters, mistress, owner, owner of a house, sir, sirs


Lord Yahweh

Yahweh God

Facts:

In the Old Testament, "Lord Yahweh" is frequently used to refer to the one true God.

Translation Suggestions:

(Translation suggestions: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-names)

(See also: God, lord, Lord, Yahweh)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Lord Yahweh, Yahweh God


Lord's Supper

Definition:

The term "Lord's Supper" was used by the apostle Paul to refer to the Passover meal that Jesus ate with his disciples on the night he was arrested by the Jewish leaders.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: Passover)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Lord's Supper


love

brotherly love

Definition:

To love another person is to care for that person and do things that will benefit him. There are different meanings for "love" some languages may express using different words:

  1. The kind of love that comes from God is focused on having good things happen to others even when those good things do not happen to the one who loves. This kind of love cares for others, no matter what they do. God himself is love and is the source of true love.
  1. Another word in the New Testament refers to brotherly love, or love for a friend or family member.
  1. The word "love" can also refer to romantic love between a man and a woman.

  2. In the figurative expression "Jacob I have loved, but Esau I have hated," the term "loved" refers to God's choosing of Jacob to be in a covenant relationship with him. This could also be translated as "chosen." Although Esau was also blessed by God, he wasn't given the privilege of being in the covenant. The term "hated" is used figuratively here to mean "rejected" or "not chosen."

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: covenant, death, sacrifice, save, sin)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

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brotherly love, love, loved, loves, loving


majesty

great, greatness, magnificent, majestic

Definition:

The term "majesty" refers to greatness and splendor, often in relation to the qualities of a king.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: king)

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great, greater, greatest, greatness, magnificent, majestic, majesty


manna

Definition:

Manna was a white, grain-like food that God provided for the Israelites to eat during the 40 years of living in the wilderness after they left Egypt.

Translation Suggestions

(See also: bread, desert, grain, heaven, Sabbath)

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manna


mercy

kindness, merciful, spare

Definition:

The terms "mercy" and "merciful" refer to helping people who are in need, especially when they are in a lowly or humbled condition.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: compassion, forgive)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

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kindness, mercies, merciful, mercy, spare, spared, spares, tender mercy


minister

attend to someone's needs, care for, mission, offer as a priest, perform the service, provide for others' needs, tend

Definition:

In the Bible, the term "ministry" refers to serving others by teaching them about God and caring for their spiritual needs.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: serve, sacrifice)

Bible References:

Word Data:

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attend to ... needs, attending to ... needs, care for, carrying out, minister, ministers, ministries, ministry, mission, offer as a priest, perform ... service, performed ... service, provided for ... needs, tending, to minister


miracle

miraculous

Definition:

A "miracle" is something amazing that is not possible unless God causes it to happen.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: power, prophet, apostle, sign)

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Examples from the Bible stories:

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miracle, miracles, miraculous


Most High

Facts:

The term "Most High" is a title for God. It refers to his greatness or authority.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: God)

Bible References:

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Most High


myrrh

Definition:

Myrrh is an oil or spice that is made from the resin of a myrrh tree that grows in Africa and Asia. It is related to frankincense.

(See also: frankincense, learned men)

Bible References:

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myrrh


name

fame, nameless, notorious, reputation

Definition:

In the Bible, the word "name" was used in several figurative ways.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: call)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

fame, name, name's, named, nameless, names, notorious, reputation


Nazirite

Nazirite vow

Facts:

The term "Nazirite" refers to a person who has taken a "Nazirite vow." Mostly men took this vow, but women could also take it.

(Translation suggestions: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-names)

(See also: John (the Baptist), sacrifice, Samson, vow, Zechariah (OT))

Bible References:

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Nazirite, Nazirite vow, Nazirites


parable

hard question, lesson, riddle

Definition:

The term "parable" usually refers to a short story or object lesson that is used to explain or teach a moral truth. It can also refer to a saying that is difficult to understand and about which the hearer will have to think carefully before he can understand what the speaker is teaching.

Translation Suggestions

(See also: Samaria)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

hard questions, lesson, parable, parables, riddle, riddles


Passover

Facts:

The "Passover" is the name of a religious festival that the Jews celebrate every year, to remember how God rescued their ancestors, the Israelites, from slavery in Egypt.

Translation Suggestions:

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Passover


pastor

Definition:

The term "pastor" is literally the same word as "shepherd." It is used as a title for someone who is the spiritual leader for a group of believers.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: shepherd, sheep)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

pastor, pastors


Pentecost

Festival of Weeks

Facts:

The "Festival of Weeks" was a Jewish festival that took place fifty days after Passover. It was later referred to as "Pentecost."

(Translation suggestions: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-names)

(See also: festival, firstfruits, harvest, Holy Spirit, raise)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Festival of Weeks, Pentecost


people of God

God's people, people for God's possession

Definition:

The term "people of God" refers to people whom God has called out from the world to have a special relationship with him.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: Israel, people group)

Bible References:

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God's people, my people, people for God's possession, people of God


perish

imperishable, perishable

Definition:

The term "perish" means to die or be destroyed, usually as the result of violence or other disaster.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: death, everlasting)

Bible References:

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imperishable, perish, perishable, perished, perishes, perishing


Pharisee

Facts:

The Pharisees were an important, powerful group of Jewish religious leaders in Jesus' time.

(See also: council, Jewish leaders, law, Sadducee)

Bible References:

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Pharisee, Pharisees


power

ability, able, mastered, can, capable, could, impossible, incapable, powerful, won, unable

Definition:

The term "power" refers to the ability to do things or make things happen, often using great strength. "Powers" refers to people or spirits who have great ability to cause things to happen.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: Holy Spirit, Jesus, miracle)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

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ability, able, am ... able, are ... able, are ... possible, be ... unable, be able, be mastered, can, cannot, capable, could, could not, impossible, incapable, is ... able, may ... be able, miraculous powers, possible, power, powerful, powerfully, powers, was ... able, were ... able, will ... be able, won


pray

prayer

Definition:

The terms "pray" and "prayer" refer to talking with God. These terms are used to refer to people trying to talk to a false god.

(See also: false god, forgive, praise)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

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heard ... prayer, pray, prayed, prayer, prayers, praying, prays, urgently pray


predestine

decide in advance

Definition:

The terms "predestine" and "predestined" refer to deciding or planning beforehand that something will happen.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: foreknew)

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decided in advance, predestine, predestined


priest

priesthood, priestly office

Definition:

In the Bible, a priest was someone who was chosen to offer sacrifices to God on behalf of God's people. The "priesthood" was the name for the office or condition of being a priest.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: Aaron, chief priests, high priest, mediator, sacrifice)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

priest, priest's, priesthood, priestly, priestly office, priests, priests', served as a priest


promise

binding promise

Definition:

A promise is a pledge to do a certain thing. When someone promises something, it means he is committing to do something.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: covenant, oath, vow)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

makes binding promises, promise, promised, promises


Promised Land

Beautiful Land

Facts:

The term "Promised Land" only occurs in the Bible stories, not the Bible text. It is an alternate way of referring to the land of Canaan which God had promised to give to Abraham and his descendants.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: Canaan, promise)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

Beautiful Land, Promised Land


prophet

prophecy, prophesy, prophetic, seer

Definition:

A "prophet" is a man who speaks God's messages to people. A woman who does this is called a "prophetess."

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: Baal, divination, false god, false prophet, fulfill, law, vision)

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give ... prophecies, prophecies, prophecy, prophesied, prophesies, prophesy, prophesying, prophet, prophet's, prophetess, prophetic, prophets, seer, seer's, seers, seers'


propitiation

Definition:

The term "propitiation" refers to a sacrifice that is made to satisfy or fulfill the justice of God and to appease his wrath.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: atonement, everlasting, forgive, sacrifice)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

propitiation


psalm

praise in song, psalmist, psalm of praise, song

Definition:

The term "psalm" refers to a sacred song, often in the form of a poem that was written to be sung.

(See also: David, faith, joy, Moses, holy)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

praise ... in song, psalm, psalmist, psalms, psalms of praise, songs


pure

impure, purge, purification, purify, purity, refine

Definition:

To be "pure" means to have no flaw or to have nothing mixed in that is not supposed to be there. To purify something is to cleanse it and remove anything that contaminates or pollutes it.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: atonement, clean, spirit)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

impure, impure thing, impurities, impurity, pure, purer, purge, purification, purified, purifies, purify, purity, refine, refined, refiner, refiner's, refining


Rabbi

Rabboni

Definition:

The term "Rabbi" literally means "my master" or "my teacher."

Translation Suggestions:

See: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-unknown)

(See also: teacher)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Rabbi, Rabboni


ransom

Definition:

The term "ransom" refers to a sum of money or other payment that is demanded or paid for the release of a person who is held captive.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: atonement, redeem)

Bible References:

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

ransom, ransomed


reconcile

reconciliation

Definition:

The term "reconcile" refers to "making peace" between people who were formerly enemies of each other. "Reconciliation" is that act of making peace

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: peace, sacrifice)

Bible References:

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reconcile, reconciled, reconciles, reconciliation, reconciling


redeem

redeemer, redemption

Definition:

To "redeem" and "redemption" refer to buy back something or someone that was previously owned or held captive. "Redemption" is the action of doing that. A "redeemer" is someone who redeems something or someone.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: free, ransom)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

redeem, redeemed, redeemer, redeems, redemption


remnant

remaining

Definition:

The term "remnant" literally refers to people or things that are "remaining" or "left over" from a larger amount or group.

Translation Suggestions:

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escaped remnant, remain, remained, remaining, remains, remnant


repent

change his mind, hold back, regret, relent, repentance

Definition:

The terms "repent" and "repentance" refer to turning away from sin and turning back to God.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: forgive, sin, turn)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

change ... mind, changed ... mind, hold back, regret, regretted, relent, relented, relenting, repent, repentance, repented, repents


restore

bring back, mend, recover, restoration, reverse

Definition:

The terms "restore" and "restoration" refer to causing something to return to its original and better condition.

Translation Suggestions:

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bring back, mending, recover, restoration, restore, restored, restorer, restores, restoring, reverse


resurrection

Definition:

The term "resurrection" refers to the act of becoming alive again after having died.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: life, death, raise)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

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resurrection


reveal

revelation

Definition:

The term "reveal" means to cause something to be known. A "revelation" is something that has been made known.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: dream, vision)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

reveal, revealed, revealing, reveals, revelation, revelations


right hand

righthand side

Definition:

The figurative expression "right hand" refers to the place of honor or strength on the right side of a ruler or other important individual.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: accuse, evil, honor, mighty, punish, rebel)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

right hand, right hands, righthand side


righteous

right, rightly, righteousness, rightful, upright

Definition:

The term "righteousness" refers to God's absolute goodness, justice, faithfulness, and love. Having these qualities makes God "righteous." Because God is righteous, he must condemn sin.

The term "unrighteous" means to be sinful and morally corrupt. "Unrighteousness" can refer to sin or the condition of being sinful.

The terms "upright" and "uprightness" refer to acting in a way that follows God's laws.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: evil, faithful, good, holy, integrity, just, law, law, obey, pure, sin, unlawful)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

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acts rightly, do right, does what is right, in the right, made ... appear ... righteous, right treatment, righteous, righteously, righteousness, rightful, that are right, that is right, unrighteous, unrighteously, unrighteousness, upright, uprightly, uprightness, what is ... right, what was right


Sabbath

Definition:

The term "Sabbath" refers to the seventh day of the week, which God commanded the Israelites to set apart as a day of rest and doing no work.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-unknown)

(See also: rest)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

Sabbath, Sabbaths


Sadducee

Definition:

The Sadducees were a political group of Jewish priests during the time of Jesus Christ. They supported Roman rule and did not believe in the resurrection.

(See also: chief priests, council, high priest, hypocrite, Jewish leaders, Pharisee, priest)

Bible References:

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Forms Found in the English ULB:

Sadducee, Sadducees


sanctify

sanctification

Definition:

To sanctify is to set apart or to make holy. Sanctification is the process of being made holy.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: consecrate, holy, set apart)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

sanctification, sanctified, sanctifies, sanctify, sanctifying, sanctifying work


sanctuary

Definition:

The term "sanctuary" literally means "holy place" and refers to a place that God has made sacred and holy. It also can refer to a place that provides protection and safety.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: holy, Holy Spirit, holy, set apart, tabernacle, tax, temple, )

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

sanctuaries, sanctuary, sanctuary's


Satan

devil, evil one

Facts:

Although the devil is a spirit being that God created, he rebelled against God and became God's enemy. The devil is also called "Satan" and "the evil one."

Translation Suggestions:

(See: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-unknown)

(Translation suggestions: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-names)

(See also: demon, evil, kingdom of God, tempt)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Satan, devil, devil's, evil one


save

make well, preserve, safe, salvation

Definition:

The term "save" refers to keeping someone from experiencing something bad or harmful. To "be safe" means to be protected from harm or danger.

The term "salvation" refers to being saved or rescued from evil and danger.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: cross, deliver, punish, sin, Savior)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

be made well, brought safely, brought safely through, place of safety, preserve, safe, safely, safety, salvation, save, saved, saves, saving


Savior

Definitions:

The term "savior" refers to a person who saves or rescues others from danger. It can also refer to someone who gives strength to others or provides for them.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: deliver, Jesus, save, save)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Savior, savior


scribe

clerk, scholar

Definition:

Scribes were officials who were responsible for writing or copying important government or religious documents by hand. Another name for a Jewish scribe was "expert in Jewish law."

(See also: law, Pharisee)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

clerk, scholar, scribe, scribes


set apart

distinct, make a distinction, treat differently

Definition:

The term "set apart" means separated from something to fulfill a certain purpose. Also, to "set apart" people or things means to make them "set apart." This also means to "treat" them "differently." When something is "distinct," it is different from other things.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: holy, sanctify, appoint)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

be distinct, making a distinction, set ... apart, sets ... apart, treat ... differently, treating ... differently


sign

demonstration, evidence, mark, marker, omen, proof, remind, reminder, signal

Definition:

A sign is an object, event, or action that communicates a special meaning.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: miracle, apostle, Christ, covenant, circumcise)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

demonstration, evidence, mark, marker, omen, omens, proof, remind, reminded, reminder, reminders, reminding, reminds, sign, signal, signal flag, signs


sin

sinful, sinner

Definition:

The term "sin" refers to actions, thoughts, and words that are against God's will and laws. Sin can also refer to not doing something that God wants us to do.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: disobey, evil, flesh, tax collector)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

sin, sinful, sinned, sinner, sinners, sinning, sins


son

Definition:

The male offspring of a man and a woman is called their "son" for his entire life. He is also called a son of that man and a son of that woman. An "adopted son" is a male who has been legally placed into the position of being a son.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: Azariah, descendant, ancestor, firstborn, Son of God, sons of God)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

son, son's, sons


Son of God

the Son

Facts:

The term "Son of God" refers to Jesus, the Word of God, who came into the world as a human being. He is also often referred to as "the Son."

Because Jesus is God's Son, he loves and obeys his Father, and his Father loves him.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#guidelines-sonofgodprinciples)

(See also: Christ, ancestor, God, God the Father, Holy Spirit, Jesus, son, sons of God)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Son of God, the Son


Son of Man

mankind, son of man

Definition:

The title "Son of Man" was used by Jesus to refer to himself. He often used this term instead of saying "I" or "me."

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: heaven, son, Son of God, Yahweh)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Son of Man, mankind, son of man


sons of God

children of God

Definition:

The term "sons of God" is a figurative expression that has several possible meanings.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: angel, demon, son, Son of God, ruler, spirit)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

children of God, sons of ... God


soul

person

Definition:

The soul is the inner, invisible part of a person. It refers to the non-physical part of a person. It is the part of a person that continues living after the body dies.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: spirit)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

person, persons, soul, souls


spirit

ghost, spiritual

Definition:

The term "spirit" refers to the non-physical part of people which cannot be seen. When a person dies, his spirit leaves his body. "Spirit" can also refer to an attitude or emotional state.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: angel, demon, Holy Spirit, soul, divination)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

ghost, spirit, spirits, spiritual, spiritually


stone

Definition:

A stone is a small rock. To "stone" someone is to throw stones and larger rocks at that person with the intention of killing him. A "stoning" is an event in which someone was stoned.

(See also: adultery, commit, crime, death, Lystra, testimony)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

stone, stoned, stones, stoning


synagogue

Definition:

A synagogue is a building where Jewish people meet together to worship God.

(See also: heal, Jerusalem, Jew, pray, temple, word of God, worship)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

synagogue, synagogues


tabernacle

dwelling place, habitation

Definition:

The word "tabernacle" means "dwelling place."

The tabernacle was a special tent-like structure where the Israelites worshiped God during the 40 years they traveled around in the desert.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: altar, altar of incense, ark of the covenant, temple, tent of meeting)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

dwelling place, dwellings, habitation, tabernacle


temple

shrine

Definitions:

A temple is a special building in which people worship their god or gods. The most important temple in the Bible was where the Israelites worshiped the true God with prayers and sacrifices. It was located on Mount Moriah in the city of Jerusalem.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: sacrifice, Solomon, Babylon, Holy Spirit, tabernacle, courtyard, Zion, house)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

shrine, shrines, temple, temples


tempt

temptation, tempter

Definition:

To tempt someone is to try to get that person to do something wrong.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: disobey, Satan, sin, test)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

tempt, temptation, tempted, tempter, tempting


test

put to the test

Definition:

The term "test" refers to a difficult or painful experience that reveals a person's strengths and weaknesses.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: tempt)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

put ... to the test, test, tested, testing, tests


testimony

eyewitness, testify, witness

Definition:

When a person gives "testimony" he makes a statement about something he knows, claiming that the statement is true. To "testify" is to give "testimony."

The term "witness" refers to a person who has personally experienced something that happened. Usually a witness is also someone who testifies about what they know is true. The term "eyewitness" emphasizes that the person was actually there and saw what happened.

Translation Suggestions:

Translating "testify" and "testimony":

Translating "witness" and "eyewitness":

(See also: ark of the covenant, guilt, judge, prophet, true)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

eyewitness, eyewitnesses, testified, testifies, testify, testify against, testifying, testimony, witness, witnessed, witnesses


tetrarch

Definition:

The term "tetrarch" refers to a governing official who ruled over part of the Roman Empire. Each tetrarch was under the authority of the Roman emperor.

(See also: governor, Herod Antipas, province, Rome, ruler)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

tetrarch


the twelve

the eleven

Definition:

The term "the twelve" refers to the twelve men that Jesus chose to be his closest disciples, or apostles. After Judas killed himself, they were called "the eleven."

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: apostle, disciple)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

the eleven, the twelve


transgress

offend, offense, transgression, transgressor

Definition:

The term "transgression" refers to the breaking of a command, rule, or moral code. To "transgress" is to commit a "transgression."

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: sin, trespass, iniquity)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

offend, offended, offense, offenses, transgress, transgressed, transgresses, transgressing, transgression, transgressions, transgressor, transgressors


trespass

Definition:

To "trespass" means to break a law or to violate the rights of another person. A "trespass" is the action of "trespassing."

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: disobey, iniquity, sin, transgress)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

trespass, trespassed, trespasses


true

certain, certainly, certainty, indeed, real, sure, surely, truly, truth, truthful, truthfulness, truths

Definition:

The term "truth" refers to one or more concepts that are facts, events that actually happened, and statements that were actually said. Such concepts are said to be "true."

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: believe, faithful, fulfill, obey, prophet, understand)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

certainly, certainty, for certain, indeed, real, sure, surely, true, truly, truth, truthful, truthfulness, truths


trust

entrust, trustworthiness, trustworthy

Definition:

To "trust" something or someone is to believe that the thing or person is true or dependable. That belief is also called "trust." A "trustworthy" person is one you can trust to do and say what is right and true, and therefore one who has the quality of "trustworthiness."

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: believe, confidence, faith, faithful, true)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

entrust, entrusted, entrusting, trust, trusted, trusting, trusts, trustworthiness, trustworthy


unleavened bread

Definition:

The term "unleavened bread" refers to bread that is made without yeast or other leavening. This kind of bread is flat because it has no leaven to make it rise.

Translation Suggestions:

(See also: bread, Egypt, feast, Passover, servant, sin, yeast)

Bible References:

Word Data:

Forms Found in the English ULB:

unleavened bread


vow

Definition:

A vow is a promise that a person makes to God. The person promises to do a certain thing in order to specially honor God or to show devotion to him.

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(See also: promise, oath)

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vow, vowed, vows


will of God

God's will, desire of God, he wishes, his will, will of my Father, will of our God and Father, will of the Lord

Definition:

The "will of God" refers to God's desires and plans.

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God's will, desires of God, he desires, he wishes, his will, will of God, will of my Father, will of our God and Father, will of the Lord, will of your Father, you are willing, your will


wise

wisdom, wisely, wiser, wisest

Definition:

The term "wise" describes someone who understands what is the right and moral thing to do and then does that. "Wisdom" is the understanding and practice of what is true and morally right.

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(See also: obey, fruit)

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sound wisdom, wisdom, wise, wisely, wiser, wisest


woe

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The term "woe" refers to a feeling of great distress. It also gives a warning that someone will experience severe trouble.

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woe


word of God

God's word, his words, my word, scripture, word of Yahweh, word of the Lord, word of truth, writings

Definition:

In the Bible, the term "word of God" refers to anything that God has communicated to people. This includes spoken and written messages. Jesus is also called "the Word of God."

The term "word of truth" is another way of referring to "God's word," which is his message or teaching. It does not refer to just one word.

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(See also: prophet, true, word, Yahweh)

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God's word, God's words, his words, my word, scripture, scriptures, word of God, word of Yahweh, word of the Lord, word of truth, words of God, writings


work

act, deed, fellow worker

Definition:

In the Bible, the terms "work," "deed," and "act" are used to refer generally to things that God or people do.

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(See also: fruit, Holy Spirit, miracle)

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act, action, actions, activities, acts, deed, deeds, fellow worker, fellow workers, work, works


world

universe, worldly

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The term "world" usually refers to the part of the universe where people live: the earth. The term "worldly" describes the evil values and behaviors of people living in this world.

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(See also: corrupt, heaven, Rome, godly)

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universe, world, world's, worldly


worship

worshiper

Definition:

To "worship" means to honor, praise and obey someone, especially God.

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(See also: sacrifice, praise, honor)

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worship, worshiped, worshiper's, worshipers, worshiping, worships


worthy

deserve, nullify, unworthy, worth, worthily, worthless, worthlessness, worthy

Definition:

The term "worthy" describes someone or something that deserves respect or honor. To "have worth" means to be valuable or important.

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(See also: honor)

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deserve, deserved, deserves, deserving, nullify, unworthy, worth, worthily, worthless, worthlessness, worthy


wrath

furious, fury

Definition:

Wrath is an intense anger that is sometimes long-lasting. It especially refers to God's righteous judgment of sin and punishment of people who rebel against him.

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(See also: judge, sin)

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furious, fury, wrath


Yahweh

Yah

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The term "Yahweh" is God's personal name that he revealed when he spoke to Moses at the burning bush.

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(Translation suggestions: https://read.bibletranslationtools.org/u/WA-Catalog/en_tm/jit.html#translate-names)

(See also: God, lord, Lord, Moses, reveal)

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Yah, Yahweh, Yahweh's


Yahweh of hosts

God of hosts, Lord of hosts, Lord of multitudes

Definition:

The terms "Yahweh of hosts" and "God of hosts" are titles that express God's authority over the thousands of angels who obey him.

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(See also: angel, authority, God, lord, Lord, Lord Yahweh Yahweh)

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God of hosts, Lord of hosts, Lord of multitudes, Yahweh of hosts, the Lord of hosts


zeal

diligence, diligent, eager, eagerness, zealous, zealously

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The terms "zeal" and "zealous" refer to being strongly devoted to supporting a person or idea.

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diligence, diligent, eager, eagerness, making ... effort, zeal, zealous, zealously


Zion

Mount Zion

Definition:

Originally, the term "Zion" or "Mount Zion" referred to a stronghold or fortress that King David captured from the Jebusites. Both these terms became other ways of referring to Jerusalem.

(See also: Abraham, David, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Jebusites)

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Mount Zion, Zion