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wherefore

Meaning of “wherefore”

1. For that reason, or as a conclusion from what precedes; therefore or consequently. 2. For what reason or purpose; why.

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348 occurrences344 verses52 booksKJV PCE

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First occurrence: Genesis 10:9

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Luke 7:7
Wherefore neither thought I myself worthy to come unto thee: but say in a word, and my servant shall be healed.
1 word occurrence in this verse
The 1611 reading
1611 witness · Luke 7:7 · retained source text

Wherefore neither thought I my selfe worthy to come vnto thee: but say in a worde, and my seruant shall bee healed.

Luke 7:47
Wherefore I say unto thee, Her sins, which are many, are forgiven; for she loved much: but to whom little is forgiven, the same loveth little.
1 word occurrence in this verse
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1611 witness · Luke 7:47 · retained source text

Wherefore, I say vnto thee, her sinnes, which are many, are forgiuen, for she loued much: but to whom litle is forgiuen, the same loueth litle.

Luke 19:23
Wherefore then gavest not thou my money into the bank, that at my coming I might have required mine own with usury?
1 word occurrence in this verse
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1611 witness · Luke 19:23 · retained source text

Wherefore then gauest not thou my money into the bancke, that at my comming I might haue required mine owne with vsury?

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