Definition: The Hebrew term "alphol" comes from a Greek root that translates to "in the beginning", suggesting the concept of beginning, foundation or source as it relates to its usage in the Hebrew Bible (KJV). The most likely interpretation would be "the beginning" referring to God's creation and His plan for humanity. The precise meaning of "alphol" varies widely depending on cultural and theological contexts. In Jewish literature, it is often used metaphorically to describe a person who begins life or lives from the very first moment after birth. However, in Christian theology, it generally refers to the foundation of a creation story, or the beginning of humanity. In Jewish culture, "alphol" was associated with the concept of creation and the beginning of human history. In some cases, this term has been used metaphorically to describe someone who is young, innocent, or new-born in life, much like God's first person in creation. This usage dates back to the time when people believed that they had an eternal age before which they should wait for God, but this concept was eventually abandoned as a Christian belief. The Hebrew word "alphol" also appears in Old Testament writings, specifically in the story of Adam and Eve, where God spoke through the angel Gabriel and the angel Raphael to them from the Garden. Here, God's words are interpreted metaphorically as the beginning or foundation for humanity.

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