12 occurrences in 10 translations

'Contentions' in the Bible

The lot causeth contentions to cease, and parteth between the mighty.

Verse ConceptsCasting LotsResolving Conflict

Who hath woe? who hath sorrow? who hath contentions? who hath babbling? who hath wounds without cause? who hath redness of eyes?

Verse ConceptsIntoxicationColors, ScarletDisfigurement Of SinDrunkennessComplainingResolving Conflictalcoholismscars

Coal to burning coals, and wood to fire, And a man of contentions to kindle strife.

Verse ConceptsArguingDissensionContentiousnessCharcoal

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Contention (40 instances)
Contentions (22 instances)
Controversy (26 instances)
Disputation (2 instances)

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