What does the Bible say about treason?
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The Bible portrays treason as a serious form of rebellion against rightful authority, especially against God, and warns that prideful revolt brings judgment, though earthly rulers remain accountable to God. Numbers 12:1-11 and Numbers 16:1-33 show the Lord defending His appointed servants and judging those who challenge His rule in unbelief. Israel’s rejection of the king in 1 Samuel 10:27 and the northern tribes’ revolt in 1 Kings 12:16-19 reveal the sorrow and consequences of political rebellion. Yet Joshua 2 and 1 Samuel 30:15 show that mercy and faithfulness may be extended even amid conflict. Christians should honor lawful authority, reject factional pride, and give their highest allegiance to Christ, the true King.
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- INSTANCES OF
- Of Aaron and Miriam against Moses Numbers 12:1-11
- Of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram against Moses and Aaron Numbers 16:1-33
- Of Rahab against Jericho Joshua 2
- Of the betrayer of Beth-el Judges 1:24; Judges 1:25
- Of the Shechemites against Abimelech Judges 9:22-25
- Of the Ephraimites against Jephthah Judges 12:1-4
- Of the Israelites against King Saul 1 Samuel 10:27
- Of the Israelites against Rehoboam 1 Kings 12:16-19
- Of the Egyptian servant against the Amalekites 1 Samuel 30:15; 1 Samuel 30:16
- Of Abner against Ish-bosheth 2 Samuel 3:6-21
- Of Jehoiada against Athaliah 2 Kings 11:14-16
- Of Absalom against his father
- See ABSALOM
- Death penalty for Esther 2:23
- Jesus falsely accused of Matthew 27:11; Matthew 27:29; Matthew 27:30; Luke 23:2; Luke 23:3
- Paul falsely accused of Acts 17:7
- David’ s amnesty
- To the traitors 2 Samuel 19:16-23
- To Amasa 2 Samuel 19:13
- See CONSPIRACY
- See TREACHERY
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