In the context of the Bible, the concept of being "harmed" often relates to physical, emotional, or spiritual injury or damage. The Scriptures address harm in various forms, emphasizing God's protection, the consequences of sin, and the call for believers to avoid causing harm to others.

Protection from Harm

The Bible frequently assures believers of God's protection from harm. In Psalm 121:7, it is written, "The LORD will guard you from all evil; He will preserve your soul." This verse highlights the divine promise of safeguarding the faithful from evil and harm. Similarly, in Psalm 91:10, the psalmist declares, "No evil will befall you, no plague will approach your tent," underscoring the protective care God extends to His people.

Harm as a Consequence of Sin

Harm can also be a consequence of sin and disobedience. The account of Adam and Eve in Genesis illustrates how sin brought harm into the world. Their disobedience led to spiritual separation from God and introduced suffering and death into human experience. Romans 6:23 states, "For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." This passage emphasizes that sin results in harm, ultimately leading to spiritual death, but also offers hope through salvation in Christ.

Avoiding Harm to Others

The Bible instructs believers to live in a manner that avoids causing harm to others. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus teaches the principle of treating others with love and respect. Matthew 7:12, known as the Golden Rule, states, "In everything, then, do to others as you would have them do to you. For this is the essence of the Law and the Prophets." This command encourages believers to act in ways that promote peace and prevent harm.

The Apostle Paul also addresses the issue of causing harm in his letters. In Romans 13:10, he writes, "Love does no wrong to its neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law." Here, Paul emphasizes that genuine love seeks the well-being of others and refrains from actions that would cause harm.

Spiritual Harm and Warfare

The New Testament also speaks of spiritual harm and the believer's need to be vigilant against spiritual attacks. Ephesians 6:11-12 advises, "Put on the full armor of God, so that you can make your stand against the devil’s schemes. 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 highlights the reality of spiritual harm and the necessity of divine protection and preparedness through spiritual armor.

God's Justice and Harm

The Bible assures that God is just and will ultimately address all harm and wrongdoing. In Revelation 21:4, it is promised, "He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away." This vision of the new creation offers hope that all harm will be rectified, and God's justice will prevail.

In summary, the Bible addresses the concept of harm in various dimensions, offering assurance of God's protection, warning of the consequences of sin, instructing believers to avoid causing harm, and promising ultimate justice and restoration.(imp. & p. p.) of Harm.1286. diaseio -- to shake violently, to intimidate
... shake someone to-and-fro"); intimidate, coerce (blackmail, extort), forcing someone
to comply under threat (of being physically harmed, treated violently). ...
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... Word Origin (Aramaic) corresponding to chabal Definition to destroy, hurt NASB Word
Usage destroy (2), destroyed (3), harmed (1). destroy, hurt. ...
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Whether Some Defect is a Cause of Daring?
... is banished, in this way, by the removal of threatening causes of fear; for instance,
by the fact that a man has not enemies, through having harmed nobody, so ...
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Joy and Peace in Believing
... for lack of a proportionate development of that great truth, of the direct action
of the giving God on the believing heart, it is weakened and harmed in many ...
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John ix. 6, 7
... that are not upright invests it with an evil reputation; for when, trusting in
ourselves, we consort with bad men, even though we be not harmed, we offend ...
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2 Cor. xiii. 1
... That still remains invincible, and that thing which seemeth to be of weakness, hath
nothing harmed it, nay this very thing itself shows His Power most of all ...
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On the Words of the Gospel, Matt. xvii. 19, "Why could not we Cast ...
... Poverty hath profited many, and wealth hath harmed many; a private life
hath profited many, and exalted honour hath harmed many. ...
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John xx. 10, 11
... [2570] And although their life be very much spoken against, thou, if thou take heed
to thyself, wilt not be harmed at all [2571 ... "not even be harmed a little.". ...
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The Stone of Stumbling
... and every time that you feebly move towards the decision, 'I will trust Him, and
love Him, and be His,' yet fail to realise it, you have harmed your soul, you ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture b/the stone of stumbling.htm

Book I to Pleasant Songs My Work was Erstwhile Given, and Bright ...
... In such an one my labours would be naught harmed, but this man has been nourished
in the lore of Eleatics and Academics; and to him have ye reached? ...
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A Prince's Bride
... delicately reared!". "All these things may come to pass and not a hair of the
heads of the chosen people be harmed," he assured her. "But ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/miller/the city of delight/chapter i a princes bride.htm

Book Five a Year of Decision. ...
... which they run. For lo, they live in a world of beauty and yet are themselves
most foul. And how have they harmed thee? Or in what ...
/.../augustine/confessions and enchiridion/book five a year of.htm

Harmed (7 Occurrences)
...Harmed (7 Occurrences). Acts 28:5 However he shook off the creature into the fire,
and wasn't harmed. ... He who overcomes won't be harmed by the second death. ...
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Overcomes (21 Occurrences)
... Revelation 2:11 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the
assemblies. He who overcomes won't be harmed by the second death. ...
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Wasn't (35 Occurrences)
... You haven't lied to men, but to God." (WEB NIV). Acts 28:5 However he shook
off the creature into the fire, and wasn't harmed. (WEB). ...
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Effects (6 Occurrences)
... went up to Jerusalem. (DBY). Acts 28:5 However he shook off the creature into
the fire, and wasn't harmed. (See NIV). 1 Corinthians 12 ...
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Shook (33 Occurrences)
... From now on, I will go to the Gentiles!" (WEB KJV WEY ASV DBY WBS NAS RSV NIV).
Acts 28:5 However he shook off the creature into the fire, and wasn't harmed. ...
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Snake (43 Occurrences)
... allowed to live." (See NIV). Acts 28:5 However he shook off the creature into
the fire, and wasn't harmed. (See NIV). 2 Corinthians 11:3 ...
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Creature (73 Occurrences)
... WEY ASV NAS RSV). Acts 28:5 However he shook off the creature into the fire,
and wasn't harmed. (WEB ASV NAS RSV). Romans 1:25 who ...
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Assemblies (48 Occurrences)
... Revelation 2:11 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the assemblies.
He who overcomes won't be harmed by the second death. (WEB DBY YLT). ...
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Won't (144 Occurrences)
... (WEB). Revelation 2:11 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the
assemblies. He who overcomes won't be harmed by the second death. (WEB). ...
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Harmful (8 Occurrences)

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