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howbeit

Meaning of “howbeit”

Nevertheless; yet; however; introducing a contrast, exception, or qualification.

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First occurrence: Judges 4:17

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1 Samuel 8:9
Now therefore hearken unto their voice: howbeit yet protest solemnly unto them, and shew them the manner of the king that shall reign over them.
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1611 witness · 1 Samuel 8:9 · retained source text

Nowe therefore hearken vnto their voyce: howbeit, yet protest solemnly vnto them, and shew them the maner of the King that shall reigne ouer them.

1611 marginal noteOr, obey.

1611 marginal noteOr, notwithstanding, when thou hast solemnly protested against them, then thou shalt shew, &c.

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