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The Hebrew Verb זָכָה: To Be Innocent, To Be Pure, or To Attain
The Hebrew verb זָכָה (root: ז־כ־ה) means “to be innocent,” “to be pure,” “to be acquitted,” or “to attain” or “gain” something. It combines legal, moral, and spiritual connotations. In a legal sense, it refers to being declared clean or … Continue reading
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