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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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Revelation 4:9
And when those beasts give glory and honour and thanks to him that sat on the throne, who liveth for ever and ever,
1 word occurrence in this verse
The 1611 reading
1611 witness · Revelation 4:9 · retained source text

And when those beasts giue glory, and honour, and thankes to him that sate on the Throne, who liueth for euer and euer,

Revelation 11:17
Saying, We give thee thanks, O Lord God Almighty, which art, and wast, and art to come; because thou hast taken to thee thy great power, and hast reigned.
1 word occurrence in this verse
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1611 witness · Revelation 11:17 · retained source text

Saying, Wee giue thee thankes, O Lord God Almightie, which art, and wast, and art to come; because thou hast taken to thee thy great power, and hast reigned.

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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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