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interpretation

Meaning of “interpretation”

An explanation, translation, or statement of meaning.

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46 occurrences42 verses10 booksKJV PCE

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First occurrence: Genesis 40:5

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Acts 9:36
¶ Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did.
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1611 witness · Acts 9:36 · retained source text

¶ Now there was at Ioppa a certain disciple, named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: This woman was full of good works, and almes deeds, which she did.

Acts 13:8
But Elymas the sorcerer (for so is his name by interpretation) withstood them, seeking to turn away the deputy from the faith.
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1611 witness · Acts 13:8 · retained source text

But Elymas the sorcerer (for so is his name by interpretation) withstood them, seeking to turne away the deputy from the faith.

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