en_tw/bible/other/kin.md

# kin, kinsman #

## Definition: ##

The term "kin" refers to a person's blood relatives, considered as a group. The word "kinsman" refers specifically to a male relative.

* "Kin" can only refer to a person's close relatives, such as parents and siblings, or it can also include more distant relatives, such as an aunts, uncles, or cousins.
* In ancient Israel, if a man died, his nearest male relative was expected to marry his widow, manage his property, and help carry on his family name. This relative was called a "kinsman-redeemer."
* This term "kin" could also be translated as, "relative" or "family member."
 
## Bible References: ##

* [Romans 16:9-11](rc://en/tn/help/rom/16/09)
* [Ruth 02:19-20](rc://en/tn/help/rut/02/19)
* [Ruth 03:8-9](rc://en/tn/help/rut/03/08)

## Word Data:##

* Strong's:
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Update Links to RC format 2017-06-29 21:38:46 +00:00			`* [Romans 16:9-11](rc://en/tn/help/rom/16/09)`
			`* [Ruth 02:19-20](rc://en/tn/help/rut/02/19)`
			`* [Ruth 03:8-9](rc://en/tn/help/rut/03/08)`
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			`## Word Data:##`

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