2 occurrences

'Forefathers' in the Bible

In relation to the Good News, the Jews are God's enemies for your sakes; but in relation to God's choice they are dearly loved for the sake of their forefathers.

Verse ConceptsPatriarchsAmbivalenceAncestorsSuffering For The GospelEnemies Of GodFor The Sake Of God's PeopleGod's Love For Israel

My meaning is that Christ has become a servant to the people of Israel in vindication of God's truthfulness-- in showing how sure are the promises made to our forefathers--

Verse ConceptsCertaintyPatriarchsGod's Promise To AbrahamSalvation For Israelvindication

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Forefather (47 instances)
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H1
אב 
'ab 
Usage: 1214