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γάρ
GAR-lic
for, because
postpositive explaining particle
Appears 1041× in the Greek New Testament — among the most common words in the Greek New Testament.

In the New Testament

Like δέ, always second word in clause. Introduces the reason or explanation.

Memory Hook

GAR-lic — BECAUSE garlic is the reason FOR bad breath.

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