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thanks

Meaning of “thanks”

Expressions or acknowledgments of gratitude.

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KJV context and cross-referencesWebster 1828
73 occurrences71 verses22 booksKJV PCE

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First occurrence: 2 Samuel 22:50

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Matthew 15:36
And he took the seven loaves and the fishes, and gave thanks, and brake them, and gave to his disciples, and the disciples to the multitude.
1 word occurrence in this verse
The 1611 reading
1611 witness · Matthew 15:36 · retained source text

And he tooke the seuen loaues and the fishes, and gaue thankes, and brake them, and gaue to his disciples, and the disciples to the multitude.

Matthew 26:27
And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all of it;
1 word occurrence in this verse
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1611 witness · Matthew 26:27 · retained source text

And he tooke the cup, and gaue thankes, and gaue it to them, saying, Drinke ye all of it:

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Historical definitions

generally in the plural. Expression of gratitude; an acknowledgment made to express a sense of favor or kindness received. Gratitude is the feeling or sentiment excited by kindness; thanks are the expression of that sentiment. Luke 6:1. THANKS be to God, who giveth us the victory. 1 Corinthians 15:57. THANKS be to God for his unspeakable gift. 2 Corinthians 9:15. He took bread and gave thanks to God. Acts 27:35.

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