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administration

Meaning of “administration”

The carrying out or distribution of a service.

Definition sources

KJV context and cross-referencesWebster 1828
1 occurrence1 verse1 bookKJV PCE

First occurrence: 2 Corinthians 9:12

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2 Corinthians 9:12
For the administration of this service not only supplieth the want of the saints, but is abundant also by many thanksgivings unto God;
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The 1611 reading
1611 witness · 2 Corinthians 9:12 · retained source text

For the administration of this seruice, not onely supplieth the want of the Saints, but is abundant also by many thanksgiuings vnto God,

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Historical definitions

The act of administering; direction; management; the conducting of any office or employment. Dispensation; distribution; exhibition.

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