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precious

Facts:

The term "precious" describes people or things that are considered to be very valuable.

• The term "precious stones" or "precious jewels" refers to rocks and minerals that are colorful or have other qualities that make them beautiful or useful.
• Examples of precious stones include diamonds, rubies, and emeralds.
• Gold and silver are called "precious metals."
• Yahweh says that his people are "precious" in his sight (Isaiah 43:4).
• Peter wrote that a gentle and quiet spirit is precious in God's sight (1 Peter 3:4).
• This term could also be translated as "valuable" or "very dear" or "cherished" or "highly valued."

(See also: ../other/gold.md, ../other/silver.md)

Bible References:

• 2 Peter 01:1-2
• Acts 20:22-24
• Daniel 11:38-39
• Lamentations 01:7
• Luke 07:2-5
• Psalms 036:7-9