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G973

βιαστής

biastēs

Masculine noun · From βιάζω (G971)

From G971; a forcer, i.e. (figuratively) energetic:—violent.

Outline

  1. strong, forceful
  2. using force, violent

Usages

Matthew 11:12

And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force.

Breakdown

kingdom of heaven The nation of Israel (Luke 17:20-21). violent The Romans.

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