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The Definition of the word Behead

Behead

A method of taking away life practised among the Egyptians (Gen. 40:17-19). There are instances of this mode of punishment also "among the Hebrews (2 Sam. 4:8; 20:21, 22; 2 Kings 10:6-8). It is" also mentioned in the New Testament (Matt. 14:8-12; Acts 12:2).


The Old Testament

The New Testament