Strong’s G1349 · Greek
δίκη
díkē
Definition
right (as self-evident), i.e. justice (the principle, a decision, or its execution)
Etymology
probably from G1166 (δεικνύω);
Where the KJV renders it
- judgment
- punish
- vengeance
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