KJV dictionary & concordance

providence

Meaning of “providence”

Foresight and timely care in managing affairs.

Definition sources

KJV context and cross-referencesWebster 1828

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First occurrence: Acts 24:2

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Acts 24:2

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And when he was called forth, Tertullus began to accuse him, saying, Seeing that by thee we enjoy great quietness, and that very worthy deeds are done unto this nation by thy providence,

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The 1611 reading

1611 witness · Acts 24:2 · retained source text

And when he was called foorth, Tertullus began to accuse him, saying, Seeing that by thee we enioy great quietnesse, and that very worthy deeds are done vnto this natiō by thy prouidence:

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Acts 24:2

Historical English dictionary sources

Historical definitions

Webster 1828

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Foresight; timely care; particularly, active foresight, or foresight accompanied with the procurement of what is necessary for future use, or with suitable preparation. Prudence in the management of one's concerns or in private economy.

volume 2, leaf 381, column 3 (noun entry, senses 2 and 4)