Term
to take up the sword
A phrase referring to physical, worldly warfare.
Filed underSystematic Theology
Definition
The phrase commonly used to refer to the idea of physical, worldly warfare.
Sources
- 1.Wayne A. Grudem Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed.. (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020). 46COriginal citation: Grudem, Wayne A. Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020, 46C.
Last revised August 14, 2026