Proverbs 26:18
Like a madman who shoots torches, arrows, and death,
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Referenced Verses
- Gen 49:23 : 23 The archers have severely grieved him, shot at him, and persecute him:
- Prov 7:23 : 23 Until an arrow strikes through his liver, as a bird hurries to the snare, and doesn't know that it will cost his life.
- Prov 25:18 : 18 A man who gives false testimony against his neighbor is like a club, a sword, or a sharp arrow.
- Isa 50:11 : 11 Behold, all you who kindle a fire, who adorn yourselves with torches around yourselves; walk in the flame of your fire, and among the brands that you have kindled. You shall have this of my hand; you shall lie down in sorrow.
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