Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
And he answered, Thou shalt not smite them: wouldest thou smite those whom thou hast taken captive with thy sword and with thy bow? set bread and water before them, that they may eat and drink, and go to their master.
Set bread
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Bible References
Set bread
Matthew 5:44
But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,
Romans 12:20
But [Prov. 25:21-25 says], "Feed your enemy if he is hungry; give him something to drink if he is thirsty. For when you do this, it will be [like] heaping burning coals on his head." [i.e., it can cause him burning shame that can lead to his repentance and ultimate forgiveness].
General references
Matthew 5:44
But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,