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In the Bible, the concept of "kills" is often associated with the act of taking life, whether in the context of divine judgment, warfare, personal conflict, or legal justice. The act of killing is addressed in various contexts throughout Scripture, reflecting the complexity of human nature and divine law.
Divine Judgment and SovereigntyThe Bible frequently depicts God as having the ultimate authority over life and death. In
Deuteronomy 32:39, God declares, "See now that I am He; there is no god besides Me. I bring death and I give life; I wound and I heal, and there is no one who can deliver from My hand." This verse underscores the belief that God alone has the sovereign right to give and take life, emphasizing His control over all creation.
Warfare and National DefenseThe Old Testament contains numerous accounts of warfare, where killing is often portrayed as a necessary part of defending the nation of Israel or executing divine judgment against sinful nations. In
1 Samuel 17:50, David kills Goliath, a Philistine giant, in a battle that symbolizes God's deliverance of Israel: "Thus David prevailed over the Philistine with a sling and a stone; he struck the Philistine and killed him, though there was no sword in David’s hand."
Personal Conflict and MurderThe Bible distinguishes between killing in warfare or as part of divine judgment and murder, which is the unlawful taking of life. The sixth commandment, "You shall not murder" (
Exodus 20:13), establishes the sanctity of human life and prohibits murder. The account of Cain and Abel in
Genesis 4:8 illustrates the first murder, where Cain kills his brother Abel out of jealousy, leading to divine punishment and a curse upon Cain.
Legal Justice and Capital PunishmentIn the Mosaic Law, certain offenses warranted capital punishment, reflecting the seriousness of sin and the need for justice. For example, in
Exodus 21:12, it is stated, "Whoever strikes and kills a man must surely be put to death." This legal framework was intended to maintain order and justice within the community of Israel.
Jesus' Teachings on KillingIn the New Testament, Jesus expands on the commandment against murder, addressing the heart's intentions. In
Matthew 5:21-22, Jesus teaches, "You have heard that it was said to the ancients, ‘Do not murder,’ and ‘Anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’ But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment." Here, Jesus emphasizes the importance of inner righteousness and the dangers of harboring anger and hatred.
Spiritual Warfare and the Armor of GodWhile physical killing is addressed in various contexts, the New Testament also speaks of spiritual warfare, where believers are called to stand against spiritual forces of evil.
Ephesians 6:12-13 states, "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this world’s darkness, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore, take up the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you will be able to stand your ground."
In summary, the Bible addresses the act of killing in diverse contexts, from divine judgment and warfare to personal conflict and legal justice, while also emphasizing the importance of inner righteousness and spiritual vigilance.
Greek
3970a. patroloas -- one whokills one's father... 3970, 3970a. patroloas. 3970b . one who
kills one's father. Transliteration:
patroloas Short Definition: fathers. Word Origin from
...3970. patroparadotos -- one whokills one's father
... one whokills one's father. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: patroparadotos
Phonetic Spelling: (pat-rop-ar-ad'-ot-os) Short Definition: inherited...
615. apokteino -- to kill
... Word Origin from apo and kteino (to kill) Definition to kill NASB Word Usage kill
(33), killed (29), killing (1),kills (5), put...to death (2), put to death (4...
Strong's Hebrew
7819. shachat -- to slaughter, beat... root Definition to slaughter, beat NASB Word Usage beaten (5), deadly (1), kill
(2), killed (1),
kills (1), offer (1), slain (5), slaughter (17), slaughtered
...2026. harag -- to kill, slay
... to kill, slay NASB Word Usage destroyed (1), kill (44), kill me as you killed (1),
kill me at once (1), killed (58), killing (3),kills (2), murdered (2...
7523. ratsach -- to murder, slay
... root Definition to murder, slay NASB Word Usage killed (1),kills the manslayer
(1), manslayer (18), murder (7), murdered (2), murderer (12), murderer shall be...
6991. qatal -- to slay
... Short Definition: slay. Word Origin a prim. root Definition to slay NASB
Word Usagekills (1), slay (2). kill, slay. A primitive root...
5221. nakah -- to smite
... 5), defeated (44), destroy (1), destroyed (2), drove (1), indeed defeated (1),
inflicted (4), kill (11), kill* (1), killed (36), killing (3),kills (10), made...
4191. muth -- to die
... death (21), deceased (5), destroy (2), die (214), die shall be put (1), died (167),
dies (30), dying (1), kill (13), killed (24), killing (2),kills (4), means...
Library
"I'll Never Steal Again --If FatherKills Me for It"
... "I'LL NEVER STEAL AGAIN"IF FATHERKILLS ME FOR IT". A friend of mine, seeking for
objects of charity, got into the room of a tenement house. It was vacant....
Saint GeorgeKills the Enchanter Osmond.
... CHAPTER THIRTEEN. SAINT GEORGEKILLS THE ENCHANTER OSMOND. Saint George and
his virtuous Lady, having arrived in Africa, were travelling...
How the DecalogueKills, if Grace be not Present.
... A Treatise on the spirit and the letter, Chapter 23 [XIV.]"How the Decalogue
Kills, If Grace Be Not Present. Although, therefore...
Whether Wife-Murder is an Impediment to Marriage?
... correction. But he whokills another man's wife is not hindered from marrying.
Neither therefore is he whokills his own wife. Objection...
Whether it is Lawful to Kill Oneself?
... For he whokills himself,kills nothing else than a man.".... Thirdly, because life
is God's gift to man, and is subject to His power, Whokills and makes to live....
The First Canonical Epistle of Our Holy Father Basil, Archbishop...
... He thatkills another with a sword, or hurls an axe at his own wife andkills her,
is guilty of wilful murder; not he who throws a stone at a dog, and...
The Letter and the Spirit
... upon my foolish head. For such preaching as that does kill. Itkills three
things. 1. Itkills the Gospel. It turns the good news...
Little Foxes
... Pride is a little fox thatkills the vine of brotherliness which Christ planted
in our hearts.... This foxkills the vine called "peace" which Christ planted....
What is the Difference Between Man's Own Righteousness and Man's...
... Yes, itkills, when it is rested in; when it is taken for divine power, and supposed
to have goodness in itself; for then itkills the Spirit of God in man...
Whether it is Lawful to Kill a Man in Self-Defense?
... office, so that one does it not for oneself but for others, having the power to
do so, provided it be in keeping with one's person." Now he whokills a man in...
Thesaurus
Kills (38 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Kills (38 Occurrences).
... Matthew 23:37 "Jerusalem, Jerusalem,
who
kills the prophets, and stones those who are sent to her!
...Unintentionally (20 Occurrences)
... Numbers 35:11 then you shall appoint you cities to be cities of refuge for you,
that the manslayer whokills any person unwittingly may flee there. (See NAS)....
Manslayer (20 Occurrences)
... (see CITY OF REFUGE.). Noah Webster's Dictionary. (n.) One whokills a human being;
one who commits manslaughter. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. MANSLAYER....
Accidentally (5 Occurrences)
... (WEY). Numbers 35:11 then you shall appoint you cities to be cities of refuge for
you, that the manslayer whokills any person unwittingly may flee there....
Slayer (23 Occurrences)
... (YLT). Numbers 35:11 then you shall appoint you cities to be cities of refuge for
you, that the manslayer whokills any person unwittingly may flee there....
Murderer (17 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) One guilty of murder; a person who, in possession of his reason, unlawfully
kills a human being with premeditated malice.... Hekills the poor and needy....
Flee (187 Occurrences)
... Numbers 35:11 then you shall appoint you cities to be cities of refuge for you,
that the manslayer whokills any person unwittingly may flee there....
Kill (310 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) A channel or arm of the sea; a river; a stream; as, the channel between
Staten Island and Bergen Neck is the Kill van Kull, or theKills; -- used also...
Refuge (111 Occurrences)
... Numbers 35:11 then you shall appoint you cities to be cities of refuge for you,
that the manslayer whokills any person unwittingly may flee there....
Unwittingly (17 Occurrences)
... Numbers 35:11 then you shall appoint you cities to be cities of refuge for you,
that the manslayer whokills any person unwittingly may flee there. (WEB ASV)....
Resources
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