Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
And he said unto him, My lord knoweth that the children are tender, and the flocks and herds with young are with me: and if men should overdrive them one day, all the flock will die.
The children
Bible References
The children
1 Chronicles 22:5
David thought, "My son Solomon is young and inexperienced. The temple that will be built for the LORD is to be magnificent, well known, and internationally honored, so I will complete preparations for it." So before his death, David finished providing a great quantity of materials for it.
Proverbs 12:10
The righteous person looks out for the welfare of his livestock, but even the compassion of the wicked is cruel.
Isaiah 40:11
Like a shepherd, he tends his flock. He gathers the lambs in his arms, carries them close to his heart, and gently leads the mother sheep."
Ezekiel 34:15
I will feed my sheep and give them rest,' declares the Lord GOD.
John 21:15
When they had finished breakfast, Jesus asked Simon Peter, "Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?" Peter told him, "Yes, Lord, you know that I love you." Jesus told him, "Feed my lambs."