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 "answer": "Illumination means “to cast light on” (John 16:13). Only the Holy Spirit can cast light on the Word and make it clear to man, as man is blinded by Satan and unable to understand divine truth by himself (1 Cor. 2:14; 2 Cor. 4:4).\n\nIn this work, the Holy Spirit makes the written Word understandable and applicable to the individual believer’s needs. Whether the Spirit opens our eyes during study depends on our attitude when approaching the Word (John 7:17). Therefore, it is essential to be filled by means of the Spirit when studying.\n\nFurthermore, without the illuminating ministry of the Holy Spirit, we could never understand who we are and why we do the things we do (1 Cor. 2:9–11).",
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  "What is the meaning of the term 'illumination' in spiritual context?",
  "How can a person understand divine truth without the help of the Holy Spirit?",
  "What role does the Holy Spirit play in making the Bible clear and understandable?"
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 "author": "Gene Cunningham",
 "book": "The Basics",
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