In the Great Commandment, the word 'Heart' (Kardia) primarily refers to what in a biblical context?
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Correct answer: The center of will, thought, and moral choice
Biblically, the 'heart' represents the inner core of a person, including their volition and intellect. To love with all the heart means to make a total commitment of the will.
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