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Paraclete

The American Church Dictionary and Cyclopedia

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Another name for the Holy Ghost, signifying one who is invoked to aid or comfort. It was this word our Lord used when He said, "I will send you another Comforter," i.e., Paraclete. Elsewhere, the word is also translated Advocate.

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Miller, William James. Entry for 'Paraclete'. The American Church Dictionary and Cyclopedia. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​acd/​p/paraclete.html. 1901.
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