unfoldingWord_en_tw/bible/other/profane/01.md

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profane

Definition

To profane something means to act in a way that defiles, pollutes, or disrespects something that is holy.

  • The holy thing or person does not become unholy; rather it is treated in a way that is irreverent and unholy.
  • A profane person is one who acts in a way that is unholy and dishonoring of God.
  • The verb "to profane" could be translated as "to treat as unholy", "to be irreverent toward", or "to dishonor God