2 occurrences in 2 dictionaries
Reference: By And By
Hastings
In AV 'by and by' means immediately, not as now after some time. Thus Lu 21:8 'the end is not by and by' (RV 'immediately').
immediately (Mt 13:21; R.V., "straightway;" Lu 21:9).
Yet he has no root in himself, but is short-lived. When pressure or persecution comes because of the word, immediately he stumbles.
When you hear of wars and rebellions, don't be alarmed. Indeed, these things must take place first, but the end won't come right away."
In AV 'by and by' means immediately, not as now after some time. Thus Lu 21:8 'the end is not by and by' (RV 'immediately').
Then He said, "Watch out that you are not deceived. For many will come in My name, saying, 'I am He,' and, 'The time is near.' Don't follow them.
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