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willingly

adverb

«willingly» in the English dictionary: everyday and in Jewish tradition — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

Willingly means gladly, without being forced. tree →

In the lessons

In stories and lessons on kindness, helping willingly is good. Phrases: willingly help, willingly give.

Examples

  • She willingly helped her friend. tree →
  • He gave his toys willingly. tree →
  • I'll willingly do the dishes. tree →
  • The children willingly shared their sweets. tree →
  • They willingly followed the teacher. tree →
  • He willingly said sorry. tree →
  • I will give you my kingdoms willingly.’ tree →

Note

From «willing». Opposite: unwillingly, reluctantly.

In Jewish tradition

Often means giving freely from the heart for God's service, as for the Tabernacle or the Temple.

Interpretation. Tradition values gifts and service given with a willing heart. Lamentations is read to mean God does not take pleasure in punishing.

Examples

  • She seeketh wool and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands. (Writings PRO.31.13, JPS 1917) tree →
  • Who then offereth willingly to consecrate himself this day unto the LORD?' (Writings 1CH.29.5, JPS 1917) tree →
  • For He doth not afflict willingly, nor grieve the children of men. (Writings LAM.3.33, JPS 1917) tree →

Note

From «willing». Opposite: unwillingly, reluctantly.

On Mova

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