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gave

Meaning of “gave”

1. Bestowed, delivered, or granted. 2. Caused or appointed.

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KJV context and cross-referencesWebster 1828
465 occurrences436 verses48 booksKJV PCE

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First occurrence: Genesis 2:20

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James 5:18
And he prayed again, and the heaven gave rain, and the earth brought forth her fruit.
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1611 witness · James 5:18 · retained source text

And hee prayed againe, and the heauen gaue raine, and the earth brought foorth her fruit.

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