Definition: The term "agway" appears in the Old Testament, particularly in the Book of Chronicles, but its exact meaning and usage were unclear at first. It is also known as "the people" or "the body of the people." The term was used to refer to individuals who had lived together and were connected through a common language or relationship. It could also be associated with the Jewish community in Palestine during that time, which included both Jews and Gentiles. In Greek and Hebrew, "agway" can refer to any form of living together based on a shared religious or cultural tradition. It is often used to describe a group of people who live together as one family or community. This could range from a small local church group to an extended family that lives in the same location. The word "agway" was also mentioned by Jesus in his Sermon on the Mount, where he refers to this community in Matthew 25:40-48: "Verily I say unto you, Even so not many shall enter hereunto, and yet the kingdom of heaven is entered by few. Inasmuch as ye have heard that I said these things, even so preach among you, saying, 'Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.' For this cause shall you enter in. And whosoever would enter into this kingdom, not many shall be able, but I will give unto you according to what soul's faith and repentance are they that believe. In Mark 4:26-29 Jesus tells his disciples that those who believe and respond to the message of the kingdom of God (the Gospel) will be given their inheritance by a special gift. This gift is not meant for people from rich or prominent backgrounds, but rather for individuals who have repented and believed on the Lord. The term "agway" has since been used in various contexts throughout history, reflecting its use in relation to religious beliefs and community living.

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