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NASB | 1 Samuel 15:3 'Now go and strike Amalek and utterly destroy all that he has, and do not spare him; but put to death both man and woman, child and infant, ox and sheep, camel and donkey.'" |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Samuel 15:3 'Now go and strike Amalek and completely destroy everything that they have; do not spare them, but kill both man and woman, child and infant, ox and sheep, camel and donkey.'" |
Bible Question (short): Is God truly merciful if He killed kids? |
Question (full): I have frequently noticed that unbelievers use 1 Samuel 15:3 as an example of God's cruelty or harshness. I personally equate it differently, that is, the New Covenant versus OT one. I understand why God ordered the Amalekites to be destroyed but how do you explain this to someone who doesn't know all the details? Usually you can persuade someone to understand why God ordered His people to do something, but the killing of children and infants can be an obstacle. Does anyone have any ideas on how to deal with this issue? |
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