Definition: The word "aftertax" in Hebrew comes from the same root as the English verb "to tax," meaning to levy, charge, or impose a tax upon a person, entity, or thing for some reason. 1. What does 'aftertax' mean? - The term 'aftertax' is used by God to charge, collect, or assess something (like taxes) based on the condition of someone else's property or actions. 2. What are the details of the word "aftertax"? - 1. Origin: It comes from the Hebrew term "aftertax," which means to levy, charge, or impose a tax upon someone for some reason. This is like charging someone to pay taxes on their possessions or properties. 2. How is 'aftertax' used in the Bible? - In the New Testament, there are several instances where the word "aftertax" appears: 1. Jesus Christ says that when he was tax-collecting from people, they should give him whatever they had (Mark 7:35). He also uses it to mean to collect taxes. 2. The word is used in Genesis 9:6 where God commands the Israelites to "take unto themselves" their own annual payment for keeping the Ten Commandments. 3. What does the term 'aftertax' suggest? - It suggests that when someone or something taxes, it's being assessed on them by another person (like a tax-collector) as though they were being charged a fee for being in possession of things they don't have themselves. In conclusion, "Aftertax" is used to levy, charge, or assess something based on the condition of others' property. It is a metaphorical charge that is not real, but rather acts as a tax upon those who do not pay it.

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