Definition: The word "Amadeus" appears in the Greek New Testament, specifically within Luke 2:1-4, where it's used to describe a man named Amalek who seeks to steal silver from his father's house. In this context, "Amadeus" is mentioned as being "a Jew" and that he has taken some silver to be given to the people of Israel. Amalek, or Amadeus, was described as "a great warrior," and his journey appears to involve him raiding and plundering cities to collect their silver. The phrase "Amadeus's journey" means that Amalek's journey is documented in detail, with Amadeus taking some of the spoils from his raid. The people of Israel respond by scattering stones at the head of Amadeus, which symbolizes God's response to his sinfulness and rebellion against God. This narrative was later used as a metaphorical account for God's forgiveness and restoration of the Israelites after their exile in Egypt, and it serves as an allegory that reminds us of the importance of repentance and faithfulness.

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Definition: Amadeus is a musical phrase in Italian opera with one line. It means "to sing" or "to make music." The word comes from the Latin word for "music" and was first used in 1620s.

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