Definition of "firstlings" [firstlings]

• Plural form of firstling. (noun)

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• "Since one merely gave of what he had acquired, but the other gave "firstlings" and "fat pieces" of what he had acquired, it is evident that the one gave because it was time and custom to give -- pure formalism; whereas the other gave the best -- pure, devout worship."
• "(Ps 1: 3; Jer 17: 8; Mt 10: 42; 1Co 15: 58). new fruit -- literally, "firstlings," or first fruit."
• "This fact, adds Dr. Humphry, does not agree with popular notions that first children inherit a feebleness of constitution, nor with the opinion of racing stables, which is decidedly against the idea that 'firstlings' are to be depended on for good performances on the course."