# 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. (See also: [satan](../kt/satan.md)) ## Bible References: ## * [1 Timothy 05:14-16](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/1ti/05/14) * [Isaiah 09:11-12](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/isa/09/11) * [Job 06:21-23](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/job/06/21) * [Lamentations 04:12-13](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/lam/04/12) * [Luke 12:57-59](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/luk/12/57) * [Matthew 13:24-26](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/mat/13/24)