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physical defense allowed for christians ?

Are christians allowed to defend them-self physically ? for instance knock-out an aggressor ?

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  • Anonymous
    10 years ago
    Favorite Answer

    The Bible does not require us to passively endure attacks from assailants. If someone breaks into our home or threatens our lives, we have a biblical and legal right to defend ourselves with deadly force if needed. However,There is a big difference between defending and protecting oneself from severe harm and seeking revenge. In Matthew 5:39, Jesus says, “But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If someone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other side also.” This principle that Jesus was teaching is that we are to do good to those who come against us, not seek revenge

  • Linda
    Lv 7
    10 years ago

    True Christians do not carry weapons. Otherwise they are allowed to defend themselves or a companion.

    Not any country

    Source(s): a bible student
  • OK
    Lv 6
    10 years ago

    Most Christians will say yes.

    I agree on this point. Any human should be allowed to defend from any attack.

  • 10 years ago

    God is fine with our defending self, loved ones or country.

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  • 10 years ago

    of course you can. if your defend yourself, or anyone, or anything you care about. if you have to knock someone out go ahead. as long as they attacked you.

  • grnlow
    Lv 7
    10 years ago

    Yes. In protection of family. Murder or death should be avoided if possible. So it is not open season on lawbreakers.

  • 10 years ago

    yes, have you ever heard the story of David and Goliath?!

  • soup
    Lv 6
    10 years ago

    duh????

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