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eternity

Meaning of “eternity”

Endless duration; existence or time without end.

Definition sources

KJV context and cross-referencesBullokar 1616Webster 1828
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First occurrence: Isaiah 57:15

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Isaiah 57:15
For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.
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The 1611 reading
1611 witness · Isaiah 57:15 · retained source text

For thus saith the High and loftie One that inhabiteth eternitie, whose Name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place: with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to reuiue the spirit of the humble, and to reuiue the heart of the contrite ones.

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Historical English dictionary sources

Historical definitions

[Latin oeternitas.] Duration or continuance without beginning or end. […] God has existed from eternity We also speak of endless or everlasting duration in future, and dating from present time or the present state of things.

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