Definition: The word "aflare" is a Greek term that appears in the Hebrew Bible, specifically the Book of Job. The English word "flare" means to shine or be bright. Here's some more information about the Hebrew translation: 1. In the original Hebrew Bible, Job was facing judgment from God (Job 2:1-3). He had written a letter to his friend Bildad concerning this matter, but Bildad did not respond. The letters were read by others, including his son Ahimaaz who replied with a statement. 2. When Job was in the midst of despair, he looked up at heaven and saw a "glow" (Job 3:1-4). This glow was interpreted as representing God's judgment on him and his wife, Hagar, for her adultery with Ishmael. The term "aflare" refers to this "glow," which Job interpreted to be a sign of God's wrath against the wicked. 3. This revelation is the basis of much later biblical interpretation. It is believed that the glow was a symbol of God's judgment upon mankind, and it became associated with the concept of man becoming like God in his actions. 4. The term "aflare" is also used metaphorically in the psalm 90:21-25 (NRSV), where it refers to the burning bush on which Moses was tempted by the Lord's presence, and what he perceived as a bright light.

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