Arabic

In the Bible, "Arabic" refers to the language and the culture associated with the Arabs, as well as the regions inhabited by Arab peoples. The term is most commonly linked to the ancient nomadic tribes that lived in the Arabian Peninsula and surrounding regions. In a biblical context, the Arabs are mentioned in various passages, including Genesis 25:16, which lists the descendants of Ishmael, Abraham's son, who is often considered the patriarch of the Arab peoples. The term "Arab" itself appears in several translations of the Bible, highlighting the presence of Arab tribes in the ancient Near East.Additionally, Arabic is significant in the context of the New Testament, particularly in Acts 2:11, where it is mentioned that people from various regions, including those speaking Arabic, were present during the Pentecost. This emphasizes the multicultural environment of the early Christian church and the spread of the Gospel across diverse linguistic and cultural groups. The role of Arabic and its speakers throughout biblical history illustrates the interconnectedness of various peoples and the importance of language in the biblical narrative.

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