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A 'eunuch' is a male (usually young) who is castrated (removal of his testicles), preventing him of the common male sex drive and reproductive prowess. This was done primarily for those 'slaves/servants' who would be attending to the woman of the royal or rich households.

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How many times does the word 'eunuch' appear in the Bible?

The word 'eunuch' appears 11 times in the KJV Bible.


Does the word eunuch mean gay?

No. A Eunuch is a castrated male of any sexual orientation.


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He baptizes the Ethiopian eunuch.


How do you pronounce eunuch?

The word "eunuch" is pronounced as "yoo-nuhk."


How many times is the word eunuch mentioned in the bible?

The word 'eunuch' is found 7 times in the King James Version (KJV) and 'eunchs' appears 20 times. It appears 10 times in the NIV so the count varies slightly depending on which translation you use.


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There is no historical evidence to suggest that the Apostle Paul was a eunuch for Christ. Paul wrote about his celibacy as a choice for the sake of his ministry, but he was not a eunuch in the literal sense of the term.


What is the Hebrew word for eunuch?

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What is usually meant by the word eunuch is a man who has been castrated. It can also be known as a man who is impotent, celibate, or someone who is not going to get married.


What does a butterfly mean in the Bible?

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The word pork is not in the Bible.


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How many original baptisms are detailed in the Bible?

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