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# born again, born of God, new birth
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## Definition
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The term "born again" was first used by Jesus to describe what it means for God to change a person from being dead spiritually to being alive spiritually. He also said that such a person has been "born of the Spirit."
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* All humans are born spiritually dead and are given a "new
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## Translation Suggestions
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* It is best, if possible to translate this term literally and use the normal word in the language that would be used for being born.
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* Other ways to translate this term could include, "born anew" or "born spiritually."
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* The term "new birth" might be translated as "spiritual birth."
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