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9: Law (Torah) and Its Interpretation in Jewish Culture
1. Term: Torah — תּוֹרָה Meaning: Law, instruction, teaching; the divine guidance given to Israel. 2. Historical-Cultural Context: 3. Literary…
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10: Prophecy and Its Role in Israelite Society
1. Term: Nabi — נָבִיא (Prophet) Meaning: One who is called to speak on behalf of God; a messenger. 2.…
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11: Sacrificial System and Temple Worship
1. Term: Korban — קָרְבָּן (Sacrifice, Offering) Meaning: An offering presented to God, usually involving animals, grain, or incense. 2.…
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12: Sabbath and Festivals in Ancient Israel
1. Term: Shabbat — שַׁבָּת (Sabbath) Meaning: The seventh day of rest; a sacred day set apart for rest and…
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13: Wisdom Literature and Its Social Role
1. Term: Hokmah (Hebrew) — חָכְמָה (Wisdom) Meaning: Practical skill, insight, and understanding; living life in accordance with God’s will.…
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14: Prophecy and Apocalyptic Literature
1. Term: Nabi (נָבִיא) — Prophet / Apocalypse (ἀποκάλυψις) — Revelation Meaning: 2. Historical-Cultural Context: 3. Literary Examples: 4. Cultural…
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15: Sacrificial System and Priesthood
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16: Festivals and Liturgical Calendar
1. Term: Moedim — מוֹעֲדִים (Festivals, Appointed Times) Meaning: Sacred times set by God for worship, remembrance, and communal identity.…
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The Importance of Aramaic in Biblical Studies and Christian Tradition
Aramaic is a Semitic language closely related to Hebrew and was widely spoken throughout the Near East from the late…
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1: Abba — אָבָּא
1. Aramaic Term: Abba — אָבָּא Pronunciation: AH-bahMeaning: Father; an intimate, personal term for father, expressing closeness and affection. 2.…