Definition: The phrase "adoption" in Hebrew means to take or adopt, as in to be given a new home, a family, etc. It has various meanings depending on context, but generally refers to the process of accepting someone into one's fold for personal protection, protection of the family, or adoption. In Jewish and Christian texts, the word "adoption" is often used metaphorically. For example, in Proverbs 31:27-30, it is said that "the house of Jacob was a house of adoptions." This suggests that children are taken from birth into households where they can be adopted. The Bible uses the term "adoptive parents" to refer to those who have not yet been legally recognized as the biological parent of their child. They are often referred to as "adoptive parents," which implies a legal and moral relationship, but with some understanding that this is not their actual biological family. For example, in Proverbs 31:34-36, it states that God said, "The house of Jacob was a house of adoptions." This verse suggests that God's will is for every child to have a family, regardless of the genetic connection.

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