Dictionary of Bible Themes Two children born of the same parents at the same time. Figuratively used to describe a matching pair. Genesis 25:21-26Examples of twins See also Genesis 38:27-30Although Jacob and Esau were twins, their very different characters indicate that God deals with and relates to people individually. John 20:24John 21:2 Acts 28:11 Didymus means "twin". It is not known who his twin was the mythical twin sons of Zeus regarded as special protectors of sailors Romans 9:10-16Twins used to illustrate God's election Songs 4:2,5; 6:6; 7:3Twins used figuratively for matching pairs See also 5095 Jacob, life5662 certificate of divorce 5664 children 5738 sons |
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