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+# ἄφεσις/aphesis
+This word is a type of action. It is a noun.
+
+* This word can mean release. 
+    * When this word is used in this way, it talks about the action of allowing a prisoner to go free.
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+* This word can mean forgiveness or pardon. 
+    * When this word is used in this way, it talks about the action of forgiving a person or cancelling the punishment of sins.
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