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Matthew 21:46

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Matthew 21:46

46But when they sought to lay hands on him, they feared the multitude, because they took him for a prophet.

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Matthew 21:46

MEANING IN THIS VERSE

but

However; introducing a contrast with what precedes.

Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893 · KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

lay

Place or set down; also rested or remained in a recumbent position, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

hands

The end parts of the arms used for holding and working; also figures of power, possession, agency, or aid.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage (PCE + 1611)

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  1. Matthew 21:11
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  2. Matthew 21:26
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  3. 2 Samuel 12:7–13
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  4. Acts 2:22
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  5. Isaiah 29:1
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