Definition: The word "aftermatter" in the King James Version (KJV) comes from Greek and means "the remainder or residue," referring to something that remains after something has been removed, either physically or metaphorically. In the context of the Bible, "aftermatter" refers to a part of an event, person, or thing left behind after it has been completed or resolved. It may also refer to the remnants or results of a prior action. The word is significant in the New Testament because it was used to describe the aftermath of Jesus' death and resurrection (Matthew 28:18-30), which included his final body and soul leaving behind physical remains that would later be scattered around the land. The concept of "aftermatter" has been used metaphorically throughout the Bible, describing things left behind after a process or event. In other contexts, such as in modern English usage, the word can also mean something removed from another piece of material (such as a book). For example, "Aftermath" could be used to describe the results or consequences of an event that has been long forgotten or is not directly mentioned.

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