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Ave Maria!
I have heard that it is evil to say the word Hey since in the bible a man said it who was poosed by the devil. could you talk about it?!
Second thoughts:
The Hebrew word "HE" means "behold". The Greek "he" is a form of the definite article, "the". No relevance there.
The English word comes from an older form of the word for "hay."
Current usage of the word is a way of getting attention.
I know of no evil meaning in the word.
If you would like more from me, please feel free to write again
Best wishes, Henrik.
Ave, Maria, gratia plena ... ora pro nobis.
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Answers by Expert:
Edward Bode
Expertise
Catholic dogma, especially as related to Scripture. I have a doctorate in biblical theology [University of St. Thomas, Rome]. I do not answer questions concerning personal moral situations -- ones dealing with right and wrong [sin].
Experience
I have taught Catholic thought in grade and high schools, and in college and universities.
Organizations
Catholic Biblical Association
Publications
Catholic Biblical Quarterly, The Bible Today.
Education/Credentials
Graduate degrees in theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University, in scripture from the Pontifical Biblical Institute, and a doctorate in theology from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas; all in Rome
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