Adversary in Heb. properly שָׂטָן, satan’ (i.e. Satan, as it signifies, when with the article), an opponent, e.g. in war, a foe (1 Kings 5:18; 11:14; 23:25; 1 Samuel 29:4), in the forum, a plaintiff (Psalms 109:6; comp. Zechariah 3:1-2), or generally a resister (2 Samuel 19:23), as one that blocks the way (Numbers 22:23; comp. ver. 32). In Greek properly ἀντίδικος, one who speaks against us, e.g. in a suit, the complainant (Matthew 5:25; Luke 12:50); or, generally, an enemy (Luke 18:3), specially, the Devil (1 Peter 5:8). SEE ACCUSER.
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Author: McClintock and Strong Cyclopedia
Keywords: Adversary
Bible reference(s): 1 Kings 5:18, 1 Peter 5:8, 1 Samuel 29:4, 2 Samuel 19:23, Luke 12:50, Luke 18:3, Matthew 5:25, Numbers 22:23, Psalms 109:6, Zechariah 3:1
Source: John McClintock and James Strong, Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological, and Ecclesiastical Literature.
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