Definition: In the New King James Version (KJV), "alienates" means to be separated from someone or something outside one's sphere of influence or relationship, usually referring to a person who does not share cultural, social, religious, educational, or other similar values or beliefs with you. For example, in the Bible, the Hebrew word "aleph" (אֲלוֹפֵה) is translated as "alienation," which refers to the separation of one's soul from God, where one feels disconnected and divided by another. It means that a person lacks the intimacy with God they should have as part of their spiritual identity. The term "aleph" comes from the Hebrew word "alef", meaning "one who is alone." This metaphorical use implies an individual or community that has lost its connection to God, often in contrast with the idea of "the church," which is a religious institution where believers live together.

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