Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Then Amaziah sent messengers to Jehoash, the son of Jehoahaz son of Jehu, king of Israel, saying, Come, let us look one another in the face.
Amaziah
Come
General references
Bible References
Amaziah
2 Chronicles 25:17
After King Amaziah of Judah consulted with his advisers, he sent this message to the king of Israel, Joash son of Jehoahaz, the son of Jehu, "Come, face me on the battlefield."
Come
2 Kings 14:11
But Amaziah would not heed the warning, so King Jehoash of Israel attacked. He and King Amaziah of Judah met face to face in Beth Shemesh of Judah.
2 Samuel 2:14
Abner said to Joab, "Let the soldiers get up and fight before us." Joab said, "So be it!"
Proverbs 13:10
With pride comes only contention, but wisdom is with the well-advised.
Proverbs 17:14
Starting a quarrel is like letting out water; stop it before strife breaks out!
Proverbs 18:6
The lips of a fool enter into strife, and his mouth invites a flogging.
Proverbs 20:18
Plans are established by counsel, so make war with guidance.
Proverbs 25:8
Do not go out hastily to litigation, or what will you do afterward when your neighbor puts you to shame?
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1 Kings 20:18
He ordered, "Whether they come in peace or to do battle, take them alive."
Proverbs 26:4
Do not answer a fool according to his folly, lest you yourself also be like him.