Definition: The Hebrew term "ambuling" comes from a variety of sources, but its meaning varies widely across different literary traditions.
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Talmudic Interpretation
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- In Talmudic literature, the verb "ambuling" is used in connection with a person who has been cursed or brought down by a demon, possibly for wicked actions. It can be interpreted as an act of self-defense or revenge.
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Greek and Roman Sources
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- The term was often associated with a demon, as in the Greek text "ambulang" (ÎēιΚĪĪĪ), which is a verb meaning to bring down. In classical sources like the Gospels and other Jewish texts, it could refer to a person who has been cursed.
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Historical Sources
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- However, there are also historical references in the Bible of this term being used as an adjective to describe a man or woman who had sinned. This usage is often associated with evil spirits or witchcraft.
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Literary Sources
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- In literary works from various cultures, "ambuling" can refer to the act of casting away someone's soul (often in connection with a curse), although this usage varies depending on the context and the source.
In the New Testament, it is often associated with a man or woman being cast out or put down by a demon. This term is also sometimes used metaphorically for punishment, as in "for your good, you were made sinners according to the ungodly."
The precise meaning of "ambuling" can be found in various interpretations based on its historical and literary context.