Definition: In the Hebrew Bible, "Albeit" is a phrase that can be found in many passages to express doubt or uncertainty, especially when referring to something beyond one's own expectations, as though it were impossible, not just possible but improbable. It comes from the Hebrew word ἀλήβεια (alébyiya), which means "to doubt" or "to wonder." This phrase is often used figuratively in a way that suggests that something might be impossible but one must also accept it as true. The Greek term, ἄγωνος (agonos), can be translated as "wonder," and it is not a word of the Hebrew language. However, the concept of doubt or wonder arises from the phrase itself—when it's unclear how something can be considered impossible when there are others around who believe it's possible. The term 'albeit' is particularly important in religious texts such as the Bible because it highlights God's ability to overcome doubts and uncertainties and show compassion for those who struggle with these difficult ideas. It also symbolizes faith, which is often described as a willingness to accept something beyond one's own understanding or expectation.

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