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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