4 occurrences in 12 translations

'Stern' in the Bible

it will be a nation whose language you don't understand, whose stern appearance neither shows regard nor extends grace to anyone whether old or young.

Verse ConceptsOld Age, Attitudes ToDisrespect For Old AgeExpressions On FacesRespectThe ElderlyRespecting Your Bodypity

A rebellious man seeks only evil;Therefore a cruel messenger will be sent against him.

Verse ConceptsPitilessnessRebellion against Godrebellion

Who is like the wise man and who knows the interpretation of a matter? A man’s wisdom illumines him and causes his stern face to beam.

Verse ConceptsRadiancyShining FacesCountenanceRadiant LivesAurasLight Of God's PeopleMan's WisdomBoldness

Bible Theasaurus

Backside (3 instances)
Behind (289 instances)
Bottom (41 instances)
Buttocks (3 instances)
Exacting (9 instances)
Fundament (1 instance)
Hindquarters (2 instances)
Quarter (69 instances)
Severe (97 instances)
Stark (4 instances)
Stern (11 instances)
Strict (17 instances)
Unforgiving (2 instances)
Unrelenting (6 instances)

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πρύμνα 
Prumna 
Usage: 3

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