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What is the origin and original meaning of Elohime?

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The origin of the word ‘ elohim and its original meaning are not certain. The best understanding seems to be the “strong one” or the “mighty one.”. The idea that it communicates is that of an all-powerful and sovereign God who is king over the whole world.

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Elohim. a name of God in the Bible, c. 1600, from Hebrew, plural (of majesty?) of Eloh "God" (cognate with Allah), a word of unknown etymology, perhaps an augmentation of El "God," also of unknown origin.

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