The meaning of Age in the Bible
(From Easton's Bible Dictionary)

used to denote the period of a man's life (Genesis 47:28), the maturity of life (John 9:21), the latter end of life (Job 11:17), a generation of the human race (Job 8:8), and an indefinite period (Ephesians 2:7; 3:5,21; Colossians 1:26). Respect to be shown to the aged (Leviticus 19:32). It is a blessing to communities when they have old men among them (Isaiah 65:20; Zechariah 8:4). The aged supposed to excel in understanding (Job 12:20; 15:10; 32:4,9; I Kings 12:6,8). A full age the reward of piety (Job 5:26; Genesis 15:15).


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Age {International Standard Bible Encyclopedia}

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