Usage: In the New Testament, "patér" is used to denote a father in both a literal and figurative sense. It refers to a male parent, an ancestor, or a forefather. It is also used to describe God as the Father of Jesus Christ and, by extension, the spiritual Father of believers. The term conveys authority, care, and a familial relationship. More @Wikipedia
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