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CAPTIVITY, noun

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 10:5.

4. Subjection; servitude; slavery.

But I see another law in my members--bringing me into captivity to the law of sin. Romans 7:23.

To lead captivity captive, in scripture, is to subdue those who have held others in slavery, or captivity Psalms 98:1.

 

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