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sakes

Meaning of “sakes”

Causes, interests, or benefits; used in phrases meaning because of or for the benefit of the persons or things named.

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First occurrence: Genesis 18:26

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Romans 11:28
As concerning the gospel, they are enemies for your sakes: but as touching the election, they are beloved for the fathers’ sakes.
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1611 witness · Romans 11:28 · retained source text

As concerning the Gospel, they are enemies for your sake: but as touching the election, they are beloued for the fathers sakes.

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