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KJV term for woman as a helper precisely adapted to man (Genesis 2:18 ). Modern translations supply various equivalents: a helper suitable for him (NAS, NIV); a helper as his partner (NRSV); a suitable companion for him (TEV). The noun translated helper or partner does not suggest subordination. Elsewhere the term is used of God as Helper (1 Chronicles 12:18; Psalm 30:10; Psalm 54:4; Psalm 121:1 ) or of military allies (Jeremiah 47:4; Nahum 3:9 ). The adjective “meet” (translated suitable, comparable, or corresponding) stresses that woman, unlike the animals (Genesis 2:20 ), can be truly one with man (Genesis 2:24 ), that is, enjoy full fellowship and partnership in humanity's God-given task (Genesis 1:27-28 ).

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Butler, Trent C. Editor. Entry for 'Helpmeet'. Holman Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/hbd/h/helpmeet.html. 1991.

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