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- The Hebrew Verb גָּדַר: To Fence, Wall Up, or Enclose
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The Hebrew Verb בָּחַר: To Choose or Select
The Hebrew verb בָּחַר (root: ב-ח-ר) means “to choose,” “to select,” or “to prefer.” It plays a crucial theological role in the Hebrew Bible, often used in relation to divine election—God choosing individuals (like Avraham or David), tribes (like Levi), … Continue reading