2 Kings 6:22

God's Word

Elisha answered, “Don’t kill them. Do you kill everyone you take captive in combat? Give them food and water. Let them eat and drink. Then let them go back to their master.”

Cross References

Genesis 48:22

I’m giving you one more mountain ridge than your brothers. I took it from the Amorites with my own sword and bow.”

Psalm 44:6

I do not rely on my bow, and my sword will never save me.

Hosea 1:7

Yet, I will love the descendants of Judah. I will rescue them because I am the Lord their God. I won’t use bows, swords, wars, horses, or horsemen to rescue them.”

Hosea 2:18

“On that day I will make an arrangement with the wild animals, the birds, and the animals that crawl on the ground. I will destroy all the bows, swords, and weapons of war, so people can live safely.

Matthew 5:44

But I tell you this: Love your enemies, and pray for those who persecute you.

Joshua 24:12

I sent hornets ahead of you to force out the two kings of the Amorites ahead of you. These things didn’t happen because of your battle skills or fighting ability.