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adversary

Meaning of “adversary”

An opponent or enemy; one who resists or accuses.

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22 occurrences21 verses14 booksKJV PCE

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First occurrence: Exodus 23:22

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Matthew 5:25
Agree with thine adversary quickly, whiles thou art in the way with him; lest at any time the adversary deliver thee to the judge, and the judge deliver thee to the officer, and thou be cast into prison.
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The 1611 reading & marginal notes
1611 witness · Matthew 5:25 · retained source text

Agree with thine aduersarie quickly, whiles thou art in the way with him: least at any time the aduersarie deliuer thee to the iudge, and the iudge deliuer thee to the officer, and thou be cast into prison.

1611 marginal noteLuke 12.58.

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