Definition: The word "allodiary" appears in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in a passage from the book of Isaiah called "Isaiah 53:16-20." This passage was written by a prophet named Ezekiel. The full verse reads: "Then all the nations shall be gathered together to witness against him and against his house; for he has sinned many times, and made the earth desolate." In this verse, "allodiary" refers to someone or something who is considered guilty of sinfulness. The word is used metaphorically in reference to a person who has committed wrongs or sins. The definition of "allodiary" as used here could be applied to any person, organization, group, or nation that has sinned or acted wrongly, even if the nature and extent of their transgression are not obvious. It could also refer to someone in control or influence who has intentionally caused harm or injustice. For example, a church may call itself "allodiary" when it is involved in practices such as sexual abuse, financial impropriety, or promoting a particular political agenda that the congregation feels is incompatible with biblical principles and values. Similarly, an organization might be considered "allodiary" if its actions have caused harm to others, even if the exact nature of this harm or injustice is not obvious. The word "allodiary" could also be used metaphorically to describe a nation where all people are guilty of sins committed by others and may wish to unite with one's neighbors to further their own evil intentions.

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