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Word Study- Sexual Immorality

Old Testament: 
Some translations always use adultery while some English translations sometimes use sexual immorality as a translation. All words used derive from Naaph. The various versions used include yinaf, hannoef, and vehannoafet. This word means adultery and/or fornification. 

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New Testament
There are 4 different words used to refer to sexual immorality. Here is a breakdown of the words used and a summary of what their meaning is based on the context of the chapter and book the word is used throughout the Bible. 

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Thoughts

Not only is Sexual Immorality almost always referring to adultery or idolatry and always a type of unfaithfulness to a person or to God. There are also characteristics given about it. Its done in the dark. People are ashamed to talk about it. They want to hide it.   

Breakdown of Verses

Porneia

Porneuo

Porne

Pornos

Naaph- Old Testament

Old Testament Verses Referencing Sexual Immorality

New Testament Verses Referencing Sexual Immorality

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