נִקָּיוֹן
Clearness (literally or figuratively)
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What does נִקָּיוֹן (bəniqqāyôn) mean in the Bible?
נִקָּיוֹן (bəniqqāyôn) is a Hebrew word meaning "clearness (literally or figuratively)". clearness (literally or figuratively) BDB: innocency Usage: cleanness, innocency.
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Meaning
Innocence or purity achieved through vindication; clearness that restores moral standing before God
clearness (literally or figuratively) BDB: innocency Usage: cleanness, innocency.
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