Topical Encyclopedia The concept of "The Violent Son" in the Bible is primarily derived from the Old Testament, where the behavior and consequences of a rebellious and violent offspring are addressed. This topic is explored within the context of familial relationships, societal order, and divine law.Biblical References: 1. Deuteronomy 21:18-21 : The most direct reference to a violent or rebellious son is found in the Mosaic Law. The passage outlines the procedure for dealing with a stubborn and rebellious son who does not obey his parents, even after they discipline him. The text states: "If a man has a stubborn and rebellious son who does not obey his father and mother, and does not listen to them when disciplined, his father and mother are to take hold of him and bring him to the elders at the gate of his town. They shall say to the elders, 'This son of ours is stubborn and rebellious. He does not obey us. He is a glutton and a drunkard.' Then all the men of his town shall stone him to death. You must purge the evil from among you, and all Israel will hear and be afraid." |