Matthew 10:21 specifies the 'sword' as family betrayal — brother against brother, father against child — explaining the division Jesus introduces.

In Luke 12:49-53, Jesus expands on the division he causes, especially within families—directly parallel to the sword/division here.

In Acts 14:4, the city is divided over the apostles—a direct parallel to Jesus' statement that he brings division.

Luke 12:51 is the parallel saying — 'not peace, but division' — using 'division' instead of 'sword' for the same idea.

Zechariah 11:6 says God will cause each to fall into the hand of his neighbor — similar to the interpersonal strife Jesus says his coming brings.

In John 7:40-52, the crowd is divided over Jesus' identity—a concrete example of the division Jesus says he brings.

John 10:19 records a division among the Jews because of Jesus' words — illustrating the divisive effect Jesus said he would bring.

Jeremiah 9:4 describes pervasive deceit causing betrayal among neighbors — reflecting the interpersonal division Jesus says he will bring.

Jeremiah 11:21 records death threats against the prophet for speaking God's word — parallel to the opposition Jesus warns his disciples will face.

In Jeremiah 15:10, the prophet laments that his message brings strife—similar to Jesus' statement that his coming brings division, not peace.

In Acts 13:45-50, Paul's preaching causes division and opposition—an example of the sword/division Jesus spoke of.

In Acts 14:2, Jews stir up opposition to Paul—another instance of the division Jesus warned his coming would bring.

Acts 23:7 shows Paul's statement causing dissension between Pharisees and Sadducees — an example of the gospel dividing hearers.