2 occurrences in 2 dictionaries
Reference: By and by
Hastings
In AV 'by and by' means immediately, not as now after some time. Thus Lu 21:8 'the end is not by and by' (RV 'immediately').
immediately (Mt 13:21; R.V., "straightway;" Lu 21:9).
But he has no root in himself and does not endure; when trouble or persecution comes because of the word, immediately he falls away.
And when you hear of wars and rebellions, do not be afraid. For these things must happen first, but the end will not come at once."
In AV 'by and by' means immediately, not as now after some time. Thus Lu 21:8 'the end is not by and by' (RV 'immediately').
He said, "Watch out that you are not misled. For many will come in my name, saying, 'I am he,' and, 'The time is near.' Do not follow them!
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