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# patriarchs #
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## Definition: ##
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The term "patriarchs" in the OT refers to the founding fathers of the Jewish people, particularly Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
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* It also can refer to the twelve sons of Jacob who became the 12 patriarchs of the 12 tribes of Israel.
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* The term "patriarch" has a similar meaning to "forefather," but more specifically refers to the most well-known male ancestral leaders of a people group.
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(See also: [ancestor, father, forefather ](../other/father.md ))
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## Bible References: ##
* [Acts 02:29-31 ](en/tn/act/help/02/29 )
* [Acts 07:6-8 ](en/tn/act/help/07/06 )
* [Acts 07:9-10 ](en/tn/act/help/07/09 )
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* [Ezra 03:12-13 ](en/tn/ezr/help/03/12 )
## Word Data:##
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