Definition: The term 'passwd' is a placeholder in the Bible, commonly used to represent passwords or user credentials that users enter when logging into a system or application. It's often abbreviated for security purposes, such as 'p@ssw0rd'. The word has several meanings in the Bible:
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Password
- In Hebrew scriptures and Old Testament, it is referred to as 'Rahamim' ('secret'), indicating that it is a secret code meant for special occasions or during certain events. It was used in the Book of Exodus to specify which person had to take part in the Ark of the Covenant (the Temple) when God appeared to Moses.
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Passwd
- In English and modern usage, 'passwd' often refers to a type of password that is encrypted before being transmitted over the internet or by email. It can be used as both an identifier for users within their organization or as a secure way to access sensitive information.
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Pwrd
- This word's meaning varies based on the context and use, but it typically refers to 'password' (which is indeed the literal Hebrew term), especially in religious texts such as the Old Testament. It is used for authentication purposes when logging into password-protected or secure areas of websites.
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Passwd
- In other contexts, including everyday language usage, 'passwd' often refers to a type of password that is used for social networking sites or online forums.
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Passwd
- The Hebrew word for "password" ('Rahamim') can also be used in Jewish and Christian apocryphal texts as a term for the Holy Spirit's presence, referring to His secret acts within individuals and the community.
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Pwrd
- This word is most likely from ancient Hebrew and often represents someone who has died in a sacred or religious way (like the Ark of the Covenant in Exodus 3:9-10). It could also refer to 'pewter' (which was a metal that was used for writing), similar to how it is used in the Bible as a placeholder.
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