“Then Jesus said to him, "Put your sword back into its place, for all those who take the sword will die by the sword.”
— Matthew 26:52· Jesus
What Does the Bible Say About Violence?
The Bible addresses violence across both Old and New Testaments. These verses are organized by biblical era — from the patriarchs to the apostles — letting Scripture speak for itself.
1 verses·1 eras·0 promises
Life of Jesus (~30 AD)
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