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Despite being plural, teraphim may refer to singular objects. Teraphim is defined in classical rabbinical literature as "disgraceful things", [2] but this is dismissed by modern etymologists. Many Bible translations into English translate it as idols or household god (s); its exact meaning in ancient times is unknown.
Teraphim may refer to singular objects, using the Hebrew plural of excellence. The word Teraphim is explained in classical rabbinical literature as meaning disgraceful things (dismissed by modern etymologists), and in many English translations of the Bible it is translated as idols, or household god(s), although its exact meaning is more ...
It seems that the plural form was used as a collective singular for the personified combination of all nourishing powers, as the plural teraphim signifies God, in whom all superior powers to be revered with reverential awe are combined (comp. the classical epithets of gods-Sol, Phoebus, Ceres, Venus, Cybele, Pales, Trivia, Fides, Sibylla, etc ...
It seems that the plural form was used as a collective singular for the personified combination of all nourishing powers, as the plural teraphim signifies God, in whom all superior powers to be revered with reverential awe are combined (comp. the classical epithets of gods-Sol, Phoebus, Ceres, Venus, Cybele, Pales, Trivia, Fides, Sibylla, etc ...
Nov 3, 2014 · ELA 30-1 Diploma Suggested Reading List from: http://education.alberta.ca/media/1325271/03_ela30-1_studentguide_2014-2015.pdf The following is a compilation of literary texts that students have discussed on diploma examinations.
Sep 27, 2024 · From ecclesiastical Latin theraphim, from Ancient Greek θεραφίν (theraphín), from Hebrew תְּרָפִים (t'rafím, “household gods”). teraphim (plural teraphims) An idol or other image of reverence and divination among the ancient Hebrews; apparently especially a kind of household god.
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This guide has been prepared by Alberta Education to provide students with information that will increase the likelihood of their success on the English Language Arts 30-1 examination. Updated September 1, 2018
