God-given

[god-giv-uhn]

adjective

1. given by, or coming directly from, God.

   the God-given laws.

2. welcome; propitious; opportune.

Word History and Origins

Origin of God-given¹

First recorded in 1790–1800

Example Sentences

"For this reason, we must focus on mobilising domestic resources and harnessing our God-given resources," Samia told her ministers.

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“Express your art. Know your history. Just use your God-given talent to express yourself,” he’d say.

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The nonprofit states on its website that it vets and supports “candidates who are willing to do whatever it takes to protect our God-given liberties and take a stand for Biblical Justice!”

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Many of the changes endorsed by the state’s leaders have elements of Christian nationalism, which holds that the United States was founded as a Christian nation and often downplays troubling episodes in the country’s history to instead emphasize patriotism and a God-given destiny.

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Attendees strolled hallways lined with vendors selling everything from Christian-themed clothing and children’s books to Patriot cell service: “America’s Only Christian Conservative Wireless Provider—Defending God-Given Rights & Freedoms.”

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