2 Samuel 2:14

New Century Version

Abner said to Joab, “Let the young men have a contest here.” Joab said, “Yes, let them have a contest.”

Cross References

2 Samuel 2:15

Then the men got up and were counted—twelve from the people of Benjamin for Ish-Bosheth son of Saul, and twelve from David’s men.

2 Samuel 2:16

Each man grabbed the one opposite him by the head and stabbed him in the side with a knife. So the men fell down together. For that reason, that place in Gibeon is called the Field of Knives.

2 Samuel 2:17

That day there was a terrible battle, and David’s men defeated Abner and the Israelites.

2 Kings 14:8

Amaziah sent messengers to Jehoash son of Jehoahaz, the son of Jehu, king of Israel. They said, “Come, let’s meet face to face.”

Proverbs 10:23

A foolish person enjoys doing wrong, but a person with understanding enjoys doing what is wise.

Proverbs 17:14

Starting a quarrel is like a leak in a dam, so stop it before a fight breaks out.

Proverbs 20:18

Get advice if you want your plans to work. If you go to war, get the advice of others.

Proverbs 25:8

do not quickly take someone to court. What will you do later when your neighbor proves you wrong?