sharper
tomoteros describes the word of God as exceeding a double-edged sword in sharpness and penetration.
The sole attested use presents a comparative quality: the word of God is set as sharper than every double-edged sword and is described as penetrating and discerning in Hebrews 4:12.
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Sharper than a double-edged sword · dominant
In Hebrews 4:12, the nominative singular masculine comparative form stands in the statement about the living and effective word of God, set against every double-edged sword. The APB renders the clause "is sharper than every double-edged sword" and continues with its penetrating and discerning effects.
In the Anselm Project Bible: In Hebrews 4:12, the APB presents the comparison with "sharper than every double-edged sword." Its following language about penetration and discernment confirms the verse's portrayal without isolating further wording for the term.