G1558 ἔκδικος
ékdikos — carrying justice out, i.e. a punisher
KJV: a (re-)venger
Built from ἐκ ek (literal or figurative) + δίκη díkē (right)
Occurs 5 times. Every verse with this word
Where it occurs
- Romans 13:4 — for he is a servant of God to you for good. But if you do that which is evil, be afraid, for he doesn’t bear the sword…
- 1 Thessalonians 4:6 — that no one should take advantage of and wrong a brother or sister in this matter; because the Lord is an avenger in…
- Wisdom of Solomon 12:12 — For who will say, “What have you done?” Or “Who will withstand your judgment?” Who will accuse you for the perishing of…
- Sirach 30:6 —
- 4 Maccabees 15:29 — O holy mother of a nation, avenger of the law, defender of religion, and prime bearer in the battle of the affections!