Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
And Abner said to Joab, Let the young men now arise, and play before us. And Joab said, Let them arise.
Bible References
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2 Samuel 2:17
Fierce fighting broke out that day. In the end, David's men defeated Abner and the men of Israel.
Proverbs 10:23
It is like sport to a fool to do mischief. A man of understanding has wisdom.
Proverbs 17:14
Starting a quarrel is like releasing water [from a floodgate]. Therefore stop contention before it begins.
Proverbs 20:18
Good counsel makes for good plans. Seek good counsel if you wage war.
Proverbs 25:8
Do not run quickly to court, for what will you do in the end, when your neighbor puts you to shame.
Proverbs 26:18
This is like a mad man who throws firebrands, arrows, and death.