two swords
two swords · the two swords
Spiritual and temporal power, church and stateSpiritual and temporal power, church and state.
Meaning
2 senses(plural, plural only)Spiritual and temporal power, church and state.
(plural, plural only)Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see two, sword.
Origin
Allegorical interpretation of Luke 22:38, “Behold, here are two swords”.Allegorical interpretation of Luke 22:38, “Behold, here are two swords”.
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Forms
plural: the two swords| Singular | two swords |
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Word family
1 related wordsRelatedsecular arm