Luke 11:12

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Or if the child asks for an egg, will give a scorpion?

Cross References

Ezekiel 2:6

And you, O mortal, do not be afraid of them, and do not be afraid of their words, though briers and thorns surround you and you live among scorpions; do not be afraid of their words, and do not be dismayed at their looks, for they are a rebellious house.

Luke 10:19

See, I have given you authority to tread on snakes and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy; and nothing will hurt you.

Luke 11:11

Is there anyone among you who, if your child asks for a fish, will give a snake instead of a fish?

Luke 11:13

If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!”

Revelation 9:10

They have tails like scorpions, with stingers, and in their tails is their power to harm people for five months.