Scripture About Jesus said about harming children

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4 Bible Verses

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But whoso shall offend one of these little ones which believe in me, it were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and that he were drowned in the depth of the sea.

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Matthew 18:6 • KJV

Jesus strongly condemns anyone who would harm or cause spiritual damage to children. His language is extremely severe, suggesting that hurting children is a grave sin with serious consequences.

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And whosoever shall offend one of these little ones that believe in me, it is better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the sea.

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Mark 9:42 • KJV

This parallel verse to Matthew reinforces Jesus's passionate protection of children. He emphasizes that those who harm children would be better off experiencing severe punishment than facing divine judgment.

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But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.

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Matthew 19:14 • KJV

Jesus demonstrates deep love and respect for children, showing that they are valuable in God's kingdom. This verse highlights his protective and nurturing attitude toward children.

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It were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he cast into the sea, than that he should offend one of these little ones.

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Luke 17:2 • KJV

Another instance where Jesus uses strong language to condemn those who would harm children. The imagery of being drowned with a millstone emphasizes the severity of such an offense.

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