# kind, kinds #

## Definition: ##

The terms "kind" and "kinds" refer to groups or classifications of things that are connected by shared characteristics.

* In the Bible, this term is specifically used to refer to the distinctive kinds of plants and animals that God made when he created the world.
* Often there are many different variations or species within each "kind." For example, horses, zebras, and donkeys are all members of the same "kind," but they are different species.
* The main thing that distinguishes each "kind" as a separate group is that members of that group can reproduce more of their same "kind." Members of different kinds cannot do that with each other.

## Translation Suggestions ##

* Ways to translate this term could include, "type" or "class" or "group" or "animal (plant) group" or "category."
* The word "species" would_not_ be an accurate translation of this term, since "kind" is a more general category, with several species within it.

## Bible References: ##

* [Genesis 01:20-21](en/tn/gen/help/01/20)
* [Genesis 01:24-25](en/tn/gen/help/01/24)
* [Mark 09:28-29](en/tn/mrk/help/09/28)
* [Matthew 13:47-48](en/tn/mat/help/13/47)