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Mara

Holman Bible Dictionary

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(may' ruh) Personal name meaning “bitter,” chosen by Naomi to reflect God's bitter dealings with her in the death of her husband and sons (Ruth 1:20-21 ).

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Butler, Trent C. Editor. Entry for 'Mara'. Holman Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​hbd/​m/mara.html. 1991.
 
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