Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

If thou meet thine enemy's ox or his ass going astray, thou shalt surely bring it back to him again.

Bible References

General references

Deuteronomy 22:1
"When you see the ox or sheep of your fellow countryman straying, don't go away and leave it. Instead, be sure to return it to him.
Job 31:29
"Have I rejoiced in the destruction of those who hate me, or have I been happy that evil caught up with him?
Proverbs 24:17
Don't rejoice when your enemy falls; don't let yourself be glad when he stumbles.
Proverbs 25:21
If your enemy hungers, give him food to eat; and if he thirsts, give him water to drink.
Matthew 5:44
But I say to you, love your enemies, and pray for those who persecute you,
Luke 6:27
"But I say to you who are listening: Love your enemies. Do good to those who hate you.
Romans 12:17
Do not pay anyone back evil for evil, but focus your thoughts on what is right in the sight of all people.
1 Thessalonians 5:15
Make sure that no one pays back evil for evil. Instead, always pursue what is good for each other and for everyone else.

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