14 occurrences in 10 translations

'Argument' in the Bible

The truth can be painful, but what has your argument proven?

Verse ConceptsGod Is ImmanentPlainnesslegacy

“Do you intend to reprove my words [with a convincing argument],When the words of one in despair belong to the wind [and go ignored]?

Verse ConceptsWindReproving PeopleDespair

How much less may I give an answer to him, using the right words in argument with him?

Verse ConceptsAnswering God

But if only God would take up the word, opening his lips in argument with you;

Verse ConceptsLipsGod Speaking

But I would have talk with the Ruler of all, and my desire is to have an argument with God.

Verse ConceptsReasoned ArgumentSuing God

Hear now my argument,and listen to my defense.

Verse ConceptsLipsReasoned Argument

Is any one able to take up the argument against me? If so, I would keep quiet and give up my breath.

Verse Conceptsghosts

Should he engage in unprofitable argument, or give a speech that benefits no one?

Verse ConceptsVain TalkUseless Words

"I could also talk like you if only you were in my place! Then I would put together an argument against you. I would shake my head at you

Verse ConceptsMere Talkcriticism

“How long will you hunt for words and continue these speeches?Do some clear thinking and show understanding and then we can talk.

Verse ConceptsMere Talk

If you make yourselves great against me, using my punishment as an argument against me,

Verse ConceptsHumiliation

But Job has not directed his argument to me,and I will not respond to him with your arguments.

Verse ConceptsOthers Not Answering

"If you are able, answer me. Present [your argument] {before me}; take your stand.

Verse ConceptsConfrontationGod Is Just

Bible Theasaurus

Argument (61 instances)
Contention (40 instances)
Controversy (26 instances)
Debate (19 instances)
Disputation (2 instances)
Matter (380 instances)
Statement (129 instances)
Subject (135 instances)

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