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# consecrate #
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## Definition: ##
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To consecrate means to dedicate something or someone to serve God. The person or object that is consecrated is considered holy and set apart for God.
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* The meaning of this term is similar to "sanctify" or "to make holy," but with the added meaning of formally setting apart someone for service to God.
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* Things that were consecrated to God included animals to be sacrificed, the altar of burnt offering, and the tabernacle.
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* People who were consecrated to God included the priests, the people of Israel, and the oldest male child.
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* Sometimes the word "consecrate" has a meaning that is similar to "purify," especially when it pertains to preparing people or things for God's service so that they will be cleansed and acceptable to him.
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## Translation Suggestions: ##
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* Ways to translate "consecrate" could include, "set apart for God's service" or "purify for service to God."
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* Also consider how the terms "holy" and "sanctify" are translated.
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(See also: [holy](../kt/holy.md), [pure](../kt/purify.md), [sanctify](../kt/sanctify.md))
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## Bible References: ##
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* [1 Timothy 04:3-5](en/tn/1ti/help/04/03)
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* [2 Chronicles 13:8-9](en/tn/2ch/help/13/08)
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* [Ezekiel 44:19](en/tn/ezk/help/44/19) |