KJV dictionary & concordance

contend

Meaning of “contend”

1. To strive against or oppose, whether in battle, dispute, or judgment. 2. To strive earnestly for or in support of a person or cause.

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14 occurrences14 verses9 booksKJV PCE

First occurrence: Deuteronomy 2:9

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That which hath been is named already, and it is known that it is man: neither may he contend with him that is mightier than he.

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The 1611 reading

1611 witness · Ecclesiastes 6:10 · retained source text

That which hath bene, is named already, and it is knowen that it is man: neither may he contend with him that is mightier then he.

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