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In a state of bliss, as in John was in seventh heaven when the director praised his speech . Used figuratively since the early 1800s, this term alludes to the dwelling place of God in highest of the seven concentric spheres that surround the earth in the system recognized by both Muslims and ancient Jews.

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April 24, 2024gallimaufry

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