Strong’s G4286 · Greek

πρόθεσις
próthesis

Definition

a setting forth, i.e. (figuratively) proposal (intention); specially, the show-bread (in the Temple) as exposed before God

Etymology

from G4388 (προτίθεμαι);

Where the KJV renders it

  • purpose
  • shew(-bread)

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