Fare
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The English word 'fare' (as in 'how fares one') is a translation of Hebrew concepts such as shalom or related terms denoting a state of peace, prosperity, completeness, and general well-being.
What is the meaning of Fare in the Bible?
The English word 'fare' (as in 'how fares one') is a translation of Hebrew concepts such as shalom or related terms denoting a state of peace, prosperity, completeness, and general well-being.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this lexical usage clarifies how biblical authors conceptualized divine favor and human flourishing as integrated states of physical and social well-being.
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