Definition and Context:
In the biblical context, "fights" refer to physical or verbal conflicts, battles, or struggles between individuals, groups, or nations. These conflicts can arise from various causes, including personal grievances, national disputes, or spiritual battles. The Bible addresses fights in both literal and metaphorical senses, providing guidance on how believers should approach and resolve conflicts.

Old Testament Instances:
The Old Testament is replete with accounts of fights and battles, often involving the Israelites and their enemies. These conflicts were sometimes divinely sanctioned as part of God's plan to establish His people in the Promised Land. For example, the battle of Jericho (Joshua 6) is a notable instance where God commanded the Israelites to fight to claim the city. In 1 Samuel 17, the famous fight between David and Goliath illustrates the theme of divine intervention and faith in God during physical confrontations.

Proverbs and Wisdom Literature:
The wisdom literature of the Old Testament, particularly the Book of Proverbs, offers insights into the nature of fights and how to avoid unnecessary conflicts. Proverbs 17:14 states, "Starting a quarrel is like breaching a dam; so drop the matter before a dispute breaks out." This highlights the importance of restraint and the avoidance of strife.

New Testament Teachings:
The New Testament shifts the focus from physical fights to spiritual and interpersonal conflicts. Jesus Christ, in His teachings, emphasized peace and reconciliation. In Matthew 5:9 , He declares, "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God." The Apostle Paul further instructs believers to live in harmony and avoid quarrels. In Romans 12:18 , Paul advises, "If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone."

Spiritual Warfare:
The New Testament also introduces the concept of spiritual warfare, where believers are called to fight against spiritual forces of evil. Ephesians 6:12 states, "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this world's darkness, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." This passage encourages Christians to equip themselves with the "armor of God" to stand firm in their faith.

Resolution and Reconciliation:
The Bible consistently advocates for resolution and reconciliation in conflicts. Matthew 18:15-17 provides a framework for addressing personal disputes within the Christian community, emphasizing direct communication and forgiveness. James 4:1-2 warns against the destructive nature of fights, stating, "What causes conflicts and quarrels among you? Don’t they come from the passions at war within you?"

Conclusion:
While the Bible acknowledges the reality of fights and conflicts, it consistently points believers towards peace, reconciliation, and spiritual readiness. Through both Old and New Testament teachings, the Scriptures provide a comprehensive approach to understanding and addressing fights in a manner that honors God and promotes harmony among His people.3898a. lacham -- to fight, do battle
... root Definition to fight, do battle NASB Word Usage conquer* (1), ever fight (1),
fight (77), fighting (15), fights (2), fought (59), made war (1), make war (5 ...
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Psalm 46:2. Second Part. God Fights for his Church.
... THE Psalms of David, In Metre. Psalm 46:2. Second Part. God fights for
his church. 1 Let Sion in her King rejoice, Tho' tyrants ...
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Psalm 46 Part 2 God Fights for his Church.
... THE PSALMS OF DAVID PSALM 46 PART 2 God fights for his church. LM God fights
for his church. Let Zion in her King rejoice; Though ...
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Jesus Fights Wrong in the Temple
... THE NEW TESTAMENT JESUS FIGHTS WRONG IN THE TEMPLE. About this time certain
people came to tell Jesus of the Galileans whom Pilate ...
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Argument. Perpetua is Again Tempted by Her Father Her Third vision ...
... is Led Away to Struggle Against an Egyptian. She Fights, Conquers, and Receives
the Reward. 1. "Again, after a few days, Pudens, a ...
/.../chapter iii argument perpetua is again.htm

The Heroic Women of Early Indiana Methodism.
... This wrong against woman has gone even farther than that. In the battles of life,
however nobly she fights them, she receives no proper recognition. ...
/.../the heroic women of early indiana methodism/the heroic women of early.htm

The King in his Beauty
... He fights for truth; He fights"strange paradox"for meekness; He fights
for righteousness. And He not only fights for them, but ...
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Triumph Over Death and the Grave
... warfare (I Timothy 1:18) . He is engaged in a good cause. He fights under the
eye of the Captain of his salvation. Though he be weak in ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/newton/messiah vol 2/sermon xliv triumph over death.htm

Who, Now, Should Know Better the Marrow of the Scriptures than the ...
... word? For indeed theirs are the victories whose also are the fights; theirs,
however, are the fights whose also is the blood. But ...
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Letter xxvii (Circa AD 1127) to the Same
... If you desire news of Brother Guerric, or rather since you do so, he so runs
not as uncertainly, so fights not as one that beateth the air. ...
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'The Hands of the Mighty God of Jacob'
... shall not have to bear the brunt alone. Remember he who fights for God never
fights without God. There is a strange story in a later ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/the hands of the mighty.htm

Fights (9 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Fights (9 Occurrences). ... Deuteronomy 3:22 You shall not
fear them; for Yahweh your God, he it is who fights for you." (WEB RSV). ...
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Lists (6 Occurrences)
... Titus 3:9 But have nothing to do with foolish questionings, and lists of generations,
and fights and arguments about the law; for they are of no profit and ...
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Games (2 Occurrences)
... life. (a) Reference in the New Testament is made to gladiatorial shows
and fights with wild beasts (1 Corinthians 15:32). These ...
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Generations (148 Occurrences)
... Titus 3:9 But have nothing to do with foolish questionings, and lists of generations,
and fights and arguments about the law; for they are of no profit and ...
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Wheels (30 Occurrences)
... 25 He took off their chariot wheels, and they drove them heavily; so that the Egyptians
said, "Let's flee from the face of Israel, for Yahweh fights for them ...
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Footman
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) A soldier who marches and fights on foot;
a foot soldier. 2. (n.) A man in waiting; a male servant ...
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Fig-leaves (1 Occurrence)
Fig-leaves. Fights, Fig-leaves. Figs . Multi-Version Concordance Fig-leaves
(1 Occurrence). ... (ASV DBY JPS WBS YLT). Fights, Fig-leaves. Figs . Reference ...
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Fighter (8 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (n.) One who fights; a combatant; a warrior.
Multi-Version Concordance Fighter (8 Occurrences). 1 Timothy ...
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Fightings (5 Occurrences)

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Ephesus (20 Occurrences)
... It was, like all ancient theatres, open to the sky. Here were exhibited
the fights of wild beasts and of men with beasts. (Comp. ...
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