What does the Bible say about self-defense and protecting oneself? The Bible offers nuanced guidance on the matter of self-defense and personal protection. While it does not explicitly forbid defending oneself, it emphasizes the sanctity of human life and the importance of non-violence. In the Old Testament, we find passages that seem to support the right to self-defense. Exodus 22:2-3 states that if a thief is caught breaking in at night and is struck a fatal blow, the defender is…

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