Definition: The word "alkine" comes from Greek, "alkenai," which means "to make fire." It was originally used in ancient times to create a substance similar to coal or wood that could be burned with wood or charcoal. In Hebrew scriptures, "alkine" is often associated with the creation of fire. The Hebrew word for fire (הקר) comes from the Greek word "alkenai," which literally means "to make fire." In biblical times, the Old Testament was considered to be written in a style known as "al-kanun" or "the way of the people," where words were used for guidance and not for punishment. This style is often referred to in religious texts that describe God's actions. In modern terms, "alkine" can refer to any chemical reaction that produces a product similar to coal (or wood) but is typically more difficult than burning it as coal or wood does. The word "alkine" was also used to describe a substance that could be burned with charcoal, which is the natural element in coal.

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Definition: The English translation "alkines" in the KJV (Koine Greek alphabet) likely refers to an item or substance believed by some scholars to be a type of alcoholic drink. The exact meaning is unclear as it may have been borrowed from other languages, but its origins are not easily determined. A traditional interpretation suggests that the term was originally associated with wine or alcohol, which many sources believe may have been brewed in ancient Mesopotamia and Babylon, as well as later on in Egypt. The term "alkine" could also be a corruption of "alka", a Greek word meaning "to make" or "to drink". This could suggest the original use was to brew alcohol. The exact context of such an item or substance being referred to is not clear from the KJV text alone, but it is generally accepted as belonging to either a type of alcoholic beverage or as a symbol of drunkenness. The meaning and usage of this term may vary depending on the specific context in which it's mentioned.

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