Dorcas (Δορκάς)

In both Fuyug and Kahua, “Δορκάς” (Dorcas) in Acts 9:36 was translated rather than transliterated. It came out as “nanny goat,” which was quite acceptable as people can have animal names, and goats are not regarded with disfavor. (Source: David Clark)

See also gazelle.

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