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# adversary, enemy #
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## Definition: ##
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An "adversary" is a person or group who is opposed to someone or something. The term "enemy" has a similar meaning.
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* An adversary can be a person who tries to oppose you or harm you.
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* A nation can be called an "adversary" when it fights against another nation.
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* In the Bible, the devil is referred to as an "adversary" and an "enemy."
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* Adversary may be translated as "opponent" or "enemy," but it suggests a stronger form of opposition.
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(See also: [satan](../kt/satan.md))
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## Bible References: ##
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* [1 Timothy 05:14-16](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/1ti/05/14)
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* [Isaiah 09:11-12](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/isa/09/11)
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* [Job 06:21-23](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/job/06/21)
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* [Lamentations 04:12-13](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/lam/04/12)
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* [Luke 12:57-59](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/luk/12/57)
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* [Matthew 13:24-26](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/mat/13/24)
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