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yoke

Meaning of “yoke”

Sense 1: A frame fitted to the necks of draft animals, joining them for work. Sense 2: A pair of animals so joined. Sense 3: A bond, burden, service, or condition of subjection.

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Direct Scripture definitionKJV context and cross-referencesWebster 1828
59 occurrences53 verses19 booksKJV PCE

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First occurrence: Genesis 27:40

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1 Timothy 6:1
LET as many servants as are under the yoke count their own masters worthy of all honour, that the name of God and his doctrine be not blasphemed.
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1611 witness · 1 Timothy 6:1 · retained source text

¶ Let as many seruants as are vnder the yoke, count their owne masters worthy of all honour, that the Name of God, and his doctrine be not blasphemed.

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Matthew 11:30

my yoke is easy

Historical English dictionary sources

Historical definitions

A piece of timber ... fitted with bows for receiving the necks of oxen; by which means two are connected for drawing. ... A mark of servitude; slavery; bondage. ... A chain; a link; a bond of connection. ... A couple; a pair; as a yoke of oxen. ... Service.

volume 2, leaf 951, column 3 (noun entry, senses 1-5)

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