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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KJV PCE

HEAR ye now what the Lord saith; Arise, contend thou before the mountains, and let the hills hear thy voice.

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The 1611 reading & marginal notes

1611 witness · Micah 6:1 · retained source text

¶ Heare yee now what the LORD saith, Arise, contend thou before the mountaines, and let the hilles heare thy voice.

1611 marginal noteOr, with.

1611 marginal noteIsai.1.2.

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