3 occurrences in 3 translations

'Tyrannical' in the Bible

A tyrannical ruler lacks judgment. One who hates ill-gotten gain will have long days.

Verse ConceptsProfitsUnjust GainHow To Live LongOppressorsKings And WisdomCovetousness

“What will you say [O Jerusalem] when the Lord appoints [foreign nations to rule] over you—Those former friends and allies whom you have encouraged [to be your companions]—Will not pain seize youLike [that of] a woman in childbirth?

Verse ConceptsAliancesLabour PainsPeople Teaching

Woe to her who is rebellious and defiled,The tyrannical city!

Verse ConceptsRebellion, Of IsraelPollutionsWoe To The Wicked

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Dictatorial (1 instance)
Oppressive (29 instances)
Tyrannical (3 instances)

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