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any of the letters in the New Testament, written by the apostles

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Paul's epistle to the Romans is a foundational text in Christian theology.

The epistle of Peter encourages believers facing persecution.

What is an "epistle"?

An epistle is a letter written by an apostle, who is one of the early leaders and followers of Jesus Christ, to Christian communities or individuals. These letters offer teachings, guidance, and encouragement on matters of faith, conduct, and theology. They address specific issues faced by the recipients and provide insight into Christian beliefs and practices, helping to shape the teachings and organization of the early church.

epistolary

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(literature) relating to a form of work that uses letters or written documents as the primary mode of communication among fictional characters

epistemology

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the branch of philosophy in which knowledge is studied

antechamber

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a small room or space that serves as an entrance or waiting area

to antedate

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to exist before something else in time

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to antecede

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to happen or come before something else in a sequence, order, or arrangement

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antediluvian

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extremely old, primitive, or outdated

antemeridian

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referring to the hours between midnight and noon

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antenatal

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relating to or occurring in the period of time before birth

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belonging to the front part of the body

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anteroom

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a small room or space positioned before a larger or more significant room

to loathe

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to dislike something or someone very much, often with a sense of disgust

loath

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unwilling to do something due to a lack of will, motivation, or consent

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so clear or convincing that it cannot be reasonably disputed or denied

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