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those who were once enlightened
Understanding is spoken of as if it were illumination. Alternate translation: "those who once understood the message about Christ" (See: rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-metaphor)
who tasted the heavenly gift
Experiencing salvation is spoken of as if it were tasting food. Alternate translation: "who experienced God's saving power" (See: rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-metaphor)
who were sharers of the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit, who comes to believers, is spoken of as if he were an object that people could share. Alternate translation: "who received the Holy Spirit" (See: rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-metaphor)