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epistle

Meaning of “epistle”

A written letter or message.

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KJV context and cross-referencesWebster 1828
14 occurrences13 verses8 booksKJV PCE

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First occurrence: Acts 15:30

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2 Peter 3:1
THIS second epistle, beloved, I now write unto you; in both which I stir up your pure minds by way of remembrance:
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1611 witness · 2 Peter 3:1 · retained source text

¶ This second Epistle (beloued) I now write vnto you, in both which I stir vp your pure mindes by way of remembrance:

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A writing directed or sent to another person; a letter, especially a formal letter or one of the apostolic letters.

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