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Easton's Bible Dictionary
Was instituted in Paradise when man was in innocence (Gen 2:18-24). Here we have its original charter, which was confirmed by our Lord, as the basis on which all regulations are to be framed (Matt...
Easton's Bible Dictionary
I.e., the "house-band," connecting and keeping together the whole family. A man when betrothed was esteemed from that time a husband (Matt 1:16, 20 Luke 2:5). A recently married man was exempt from...
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Frequently used in the ordinary sense (Isa 49:18; 61:10; etc.). The relation between Christ and his church is set forth under the figure of that between a bridegroom and bride (John 3:29). The...
Easton's Bible Dictionary
(John 2:1-11) "lasted usually for a whole week; but the cost of such prolonged rejoicing is very small in the East. The guests sit round the great bowl or bowls on the floor, the meal usually...