Metaphysical meaning of Gentiles (mbd)
Gentiles, gen'-tiles (Lat.)--the nations, nations, peoples, all nations and peoples outside of a given body.
The Gentiles of the Bible comprise all nations and peoples that were not of Israelitish origin and faith (Isa. 49:6; Acts 13: 46).
Meta. Worldly thoughts--thoughts pertaining to the external, or thoughts that function through the senses. The Gentile is the unregenerate state of mind in us.
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Preceding Entry: Gennesaret
Following Entry: Genubath
