Definition: The Hebrew name "Afrogaea" is a figure of speech used in ancient Near Eastern literature to suggest that one is not truly aware or conscious until they have made an actual contribution or experience, as if it is only when one does something significant in life that it truly becomes apparent. This is also referred to as a "glimpse" or "smirk of the wise." In verse 24 (NASB), King David was told by God that he would be "a fish of the sea" for some time, but he was only going to be a "rope-tied man." This metaphorical use is significant because it suggests that true wisdom comes not from knowing things fully at all, but rather from living an active, intentional life and experiencing real presence in God. The word "afrogaea," translated as "glimpse" or "smirk of the wise," is a figure of speech used to suggest that one has only made an initial observation without truly grasping the full nature of something.

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Definition: The term "African" in Hebrews 7:13 refers to individuals or peoples who are descendants of Abraham, commonly known as the Hebrews or Jews. This is a spiritual concept that describes those who have been created by God through faith in Jesus Christ. In the New Testament, "Africans" refers specifically to Christians from various regions such as Egypt, Mesopotamia, and the Arabian peninsula. These Christian communities were primarily influenced by the teachings of Jesus, particularly His role in fulfilling prophecy concerning a day of judgment for Israelites (Acts 3:24). The word "Afrogaean" was used metaphorically to describe the region that is described as being under "a great flood." This flood refers to the destruction of Egypt and its inhabitants. The term "Africans" refers specifically to those who were living in this region, many of whom had been converted to Christianity through their faith. The term "Afrogaean" has a deeper spiritual significance than it does as an ordinary geographical location, as it represents the historical period of the Israelites under the leadership of Moses and his family (Exodus 1:8-9).

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