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 ## Definition:
 
-The term “family” refers to a group of people who are related by blood and usually includes a father, mother, and their children. It often also includes other relatives such as grandparents, grandchildren, uncles and aunts.
+The term “family” refers to a group of people who are related by blood and usually includes a father, mother, and their children. In the Bible, this term sometimes includes other close relatives such as grandparents, grandchildren, uncles and aunts.
 
-* The Hebrew family was a religious community passing on traditions through worship and instruction.
-* Usually the father was the major authority of the family.
+* In biblical times, usually the oldest man was the major authority of a family.
 * Family could also include servants, concubines, and even foreigners.
 * Some languages may have a broader word such as “clan” or “household” that would fit better in contexts where more than just parents and children are being referred to.
-* The term “family” is also used to refer to people who are related spiritually, such as people who are part of God’s family because they believe in Jesus.
+* The New Testament often uses terms related to the concept of “family” to refer to the Church, meaning people who believe in Jesus.
 
 (See also: [clan](../other/clan.md), [ancestor](../other/father.md), [house](../other/house.md))