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cruel

Meaning of “cruel”

Disposed to inflict pain or suffering; without pity or compassion; fierce or severe.

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First occurrence: Genesis 49:7

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Job 30:21
Thou art become cruel to me: with thy strong hand thou opposest thyself against me.
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1611 witness · Job 30:21 · retained source text

Thou art become cruell to me: with thy strong hand thou opposest thy selfe against me.

1611 marginal noteHeb. turned to be cruell.

1611 marginal noteHebr. the strength of thy hand.

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