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The word is used figuratively of power or authority or office (Isaiah 22:22; Revelation 3:7; Revelation 1:8; comp 9:1; 20:1; Compare also Matthew 16:19; 18:18 ). The "key of knowledge" (Luke 11:52; Compare Matthew 23:13 ) is the means of attaining the knowledge regarding the kingdom of God. The "power of the keys" is a phrase in general use to denote the extent of ecclesiastical authority.
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These dictionary topics are from M.G. Easton M.A., D.D., Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Third Edition, published by Thomas Nelson, 1897. Public Domain.
These dictionary topics are from M.G. Easton M.A., D.D., Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Third Edition, published by Thomas Nelson, 1897. Public Domain.
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Easton, Matthew George. Entry for 'Key'. Easton's Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​ebd/​k/key.html. 1897.
Easton, Matthew George. Entry for 'Key'. Easton's Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​ebd/​k/key.html. 1897.