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2 Samuel 1:22

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2 Samuel 1:22

22From the blood of the slain, from the fat of the mighty, the bow of Jonathan turned not back, and the sword of Saul returned not empty.

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2 Samuel 1:22

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

blood

The fluid that circulates through the body and is associated with life; in KJV usage, also life, bloodshed and its guilt, kindred, human nature, blood shed in sacrifice, or the juice of grapes.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (alignment witness) · Webster 1828

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slain

Killed or put to death, especially by violence.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

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fat

Rich, well-fed, abundant, or fertile; also the oily substance of an animal.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

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mighty

Possessing or displaying great strength, power, ability, rank, or effect.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

bow

An inclination of the head, or a bending of the body, in token of reverence, respect, civility, or submission.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828

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turned

Moved in a circle; changed.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611) · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness)

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back

The rear part; a position or direction behind; or a return to a former place or condition, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription)

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empty

Containing nothing; void, unfilled, destitute, or without effect; also, to pour out or deprive of contents.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · Webster 1828 (independently verified transcription) · Strong 1890 (KJV alignment witness) · KJV usage (PCE)

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  1. 1 Samuel 18:4
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  2. Isaiah 34:6–7
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  3. 1 Samuel 14:6–14
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  4. Deuteronomy 32:42
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