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shoulder

Meaning of “shoulder”

Sense 1: The upper joint of the arm. Sense 2: Figuratively, a place of bearing, support, or responsibility.

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38 occurrences38 verses14 booksKJV PCE

First occurrence: Genesis 21:14

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Psalms 81:6
I removed his shoulder from the burden: his hands were delivered from the pots.
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1611 witness · Psalms 81:6 · retained source text

I remoued his shoulder from the burden: his handes were deliuered from the pots.

1611 marginal noteHebr. passed away.

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