Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on 1 Samuel 2:4 in English Standard Version "The bows of the mighty are broken, but the feeble bind on strength." Ps 37:15 their sword shall enter their own heart, and their bows shall be broken. Ps 46:9 He makes wars cease to the end of the earth; he breaks the bow and shatters the spear; he burns the chariots with fire. Ps 76:3 There he broke the flashing arrows, the shield, the sword, and the weapons of war.