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