The Declaration of Independence is a famous document for many reasons. It declared the colonies independence from Great Britain. It stated basic rights and liberties for Americans. As time went by, the ideas Jeffersonâs words âall men are created equalâ grew in importance.
Romans 12:19 (DBY) not avenging yourselves, beloved, but give place to wrath; for it is written, Vengeance [belongs] to me, *I* will recompense, saith the Lord.
Several verses refer explicitly to the use of corporal punishment in the rearing of children. The longstanding quip, âSpare the rod and spoil the child,â is undoubtedly a paraphrase of Solomonâs words: âHe who spares his rod hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines him promptlyâ (Proverbs 13:24).