Bible Question:
I have a big debate going on another yahoo group re: the 2nd Amendment.....can you find me any Bible references (quotes) that say its OK with my Savior that weapons be used in time of war?? We all know that our Constitution is based on the Bible. There must be something!! HELP!!!! |
Bible Answer: Romans 13:4 also states, "it does not bear the sword for nothing".. The NIV Study Bible comments on this verse, "'the sword.' The symbol of Roman authority on both the national and the international levels. Here we find the Biblical principle of using force for the maintenance of good order." The NIV Study Bible also comments on Luke 22:36, "'buy one.' An extreme figure of speech used to warn them of the perilous times about to come. They would need defense and protection, as Paul did when he appealed to Caesar (Acts 25:11) as the one who "bears the sword" (Romans 13:4)." |