CAPTIVITY, n.
1. The state of being a prisoner, or of being in the power of an enemy by force or the fate of war.
2. Subjection to love.
3. Subjection a state of being under control.
Bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ. 2 Corinthians 10 .
4. Subjection servitude slavery.
But I see another law in my members--bringing me into captivity to the law of sin. Romans 7 .
To lead captivity captive, in scripture, is to subdue those who have held others in slavery, or captivity. Psalms 98 .
The King James Bible has stood its ground for nearly 400 years. However, during that time the English language has changed, and with it the meanings of some words it used. Here are more than 6,500 words whose definitions have changed since 1611.Wikipedia
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