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dedicate, dedicates, dedicated, dedication, devote, devoted, dedication offering, devote ... to destruction, devoted ... to destruction

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."
  • To "devote" something to Yahweh often means to completely destroy it, usually by burning it.

(See also: commit)

Bible References:

Word Data:

  • Strong's: H2596, H2597, H2598, H2764, H4394, H5144, H6942, H6944, G1456, G1457, G5021