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How long is a generation in the Bible?

How long is a generation in the Bible?

Dr. Zachary Porcu
by Dr. Zachary PorcuCatholic University of America
What is a generation in the bible? The word “generation” is used in a variety of ways in the Bible. It is not a precise technical term or a standardized unit of measure. Sometimes the Biblical authors use the word to mean every...
What is a sardius stone in the Bible?

What is a sardius stone in the Bible?

Dr. Zachary Porcu
by Dr. Zachary PorcuCatholic University of America
As far as we can tell, a sardius stone (sometimes called “sard stone" or “sardine”) was an ancient name for carnelian, a reddish mineral considered a semi-precious stone. Use of the sardius for decoration goes back to at least ...

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