8 occurrences in 10 translations

'Argument' in the Bible

May you turn to my argument! Behold, I shall pour out my spirit upon you; I will make my words known to you.

Verse ConceptsTurning From EvilThe Spirit TeachingReproving Peoplerebuking

The decision of chance puts an end to argument, parting the strong.

Verse ConceptsCasting LotsResolving Conflict

Send away the man of pride, and argument will go out; truly fighting and shame will come to an end.

Verse ConceptsArguingdriving outInsultsMockeryRidicule, Nature OfScornersQuarrelsAbusemockers

Like breath on coals and wood on fire, so a man given to argument gets a fight started.

Verse ConceptsArguingDissensionContentiousnessCharcoal

If a wise man has a controversy with a foolish and arrogant man,The foolish man [ignores logic and fairness and] only rages or laughs, and there is no peace (rest, agreement).

Verse ConceptsLawsuitsScoffing

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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