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Think not I came to send peace on the earth; I came not to send peace but a sword.

Think not I came to send peace on the earth; I came not to s

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This quote comes from the Bible, specifically from the Gospel of Matthew (10:34). Here, Jesus is speaking to his disciples, implying that his purpose is not to bring peace but rather to bring conflict and division among people. The mention of a sword is a metaphorical representation of the strife and disagreement that may arise as a result of his teachings and the choices people make to accept or reject them. It signifies that following Jesus may create challenges and conflict, even within families, as individuals choose their beliefs and actions.

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