2 Samuel 14:17

Good News Translation

I said to myself that your promise, sir, would make me safe, because the king is like God's angel and can distinguish good from evil. May the Lord your God be with you!”

Cross References

2 Samuel 14:18

The king answered, “I'm going to ask you a question, and you must tell me the whole truth.” “Ask me anything, Your Majesty,” she answered.

2 Samuel 14:20

But he did it in order to straighten out this whole matter. Your Majesty is as wise as the angel of God and knows everything that happens.”

2 Samuel 19:27

He lied about me to Your Majesty, but you are like God's angel, so do what seems right to you.

2 Samuel 19:28

All of my father's family deserved to be put to death by Your Majesty, but you gave me the right to eat at your table. I have no right to ask for any more favors from Your Majesty.”

1 Kings 3:28

When the people of Israel heard of Solomon's decision, they were all filled with deep respect for him, because they knew then that God had given him the wisdom to settle disputes fairly.

1 Kings 3:9

So give me the wisdom I need to rule your people with justice and to know the difference between good and evil. Otherwise, how would I ever be able to rule this great people of yours?”

Job 6:30

But you think I am lying— you think I can't tell right from wrong.

Proverbs 27:21

Fire tests gold and silver; a person's reputation can also be tested.

Proverbs 29:5

If you flatter your friends, you set a trap for yourself.

Hebrews 5:14

Solid food, on the other hand, is for adults, who through practice are able to distinguish between good and evil.

Joshua 1:17

We will obey you, just as we always obeyed Moses, and may the Lord your God be with you as he was with Moses!

1 Samuel 29:9

“I agree,” Achish replied. “I consider you as loyal as an angel of God. But the other kings have said that you can't go with us into battle.