1.3 KiB
1.3 KiB
dedicate, dedicates, dedicated, dedication, established, devoted
Definition:
To dedicate is to set apart or commit something for a special purpose or function.
- David dedicated his gold and silver to the Lord.
- Often the word "dedication" refers to a formal event or ceremony to set apart something for a special purpose.
- The dedication of the altar included offering a sacrifice to God.
- Nehemiah led the Israelites in a dedication of Jerusalem's repaired walls with a renewed promise to serve only Yahweh and to take care of his city. This event included giving thanks to God with musical instruments and singing.
- The term "dedicate" could also be translated as "specially assign a special purpose" or "commit something to be used for a specific use" or "commit someone to do a special task."
(See also: commit)
Bible References:
Word Data:
- Strong's: H2596, H2597, H2598, H2764, H4394, H6942, H6944, G1456, G1457