627. apologia -- a speech in defense
... answer for oneself, clearing of self, defense. From the same as apologeomai; a plea
("apology") -- answer (for self), clearing of self, defence. ...
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626. apologeomai -- to give an account of oneself, hence to defend ...
... answer for oneself, make defense. Middle voice from a compound of apo and logos;
to give an account (legal plea) of oneself, ie Exculpate (self) -- answer (for ...
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Exodus 22:2-3
If a thief be found breaking up, and be smitten that he die, there shall no blood be shed for him.
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Matthew 5:38-39
You have heard that it has been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth:
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