Matthew 26:52

Modern English Version

Then Jesus said to him, “Put your sword back in its place. For all those who take up the sword will perish by the sword.

Cross References

Genesis 9:6

Whoever sheds the blood of man, by man shall his blood be shed; for God made man in His own image.

Psalm 55:23

But You, O God, will cast the wicked down to the pit of destruction; bloodthirsty and deceitful men shall not live out half their days. But I will trust in You.

Exodus 21:12

He that strikes a man so that he dies shall surely be put to death.

Matthew 5:39

But I say to you, do not resist an evil person. But whoever strikes you on your right cheek, turn to him the other as well.

Romans 12:19

Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to God’s wrath, for it is written: “Vengeance is Mine. I will repay,” says the Lord.

1 Thessalonians 5:15

See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone. But always seek to do good to one another and to all.

1 Peter 3:9

Do not repay evil for evil, or curse for curse, but on the contrary, bless, knowing that to this you are called, so that you may receive a blessing.

Revelation 13:10

“He who is to be taken captive, into captivity he shall go; he who kills with the sword, with the sword he must be killed.” Here is a call for the patience and the faith of the saints.

Revelation 16:6

For they have shed the blood of saints and prophets, and You have given them blood to drink. It is what they deserve!”