Definition for Iscariot

Iscariot, proper n. [Heb. Kerioth, mortal city.]

Judas Iscariot; treacherous apostle of Jesus Christ; disciple who betrayed Christ by kissing him on the cheek; [fig.] traitor; betrayer; deceiver; dissenter; apostate; evil member of a group; [metaphor] killer; poisoner; toxic influence; (see Matthew 10:4).

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