Romans 13:5

Therefore there is a need to be subordinate, not only because of the wrath, but also because of the conscience.

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In The King James Version

Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.

In Context

4For he is a helper of God to thee for what is good. But if thou do what is evil, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is a helper of God, vengeful for wrath to the man who commits evil.

6For because of this ye also fulfill taxes, for they are servants of God being devoted to this same thing.

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Cross References

Ecclesiastes 8:2I [say], Keep the king's command, and that because of the oath of God.

Titus 3:1Remind them to be submissive to principle offices and positions of authority, to be obedient, to be prepared for every good work,

1 Peter 2:13Therefore because of the Lord, ye should submit to every human establishment, whether to a king as being supreme,

1 Peter 3:16Having a good conscience, so that, in what they speak against you as of evil-doers, they may be ashamed, those who revile your good behavior in Christ.

Matthew Henry on Romans 13:2-7

Obedience to Magistrates Enforced. ( a. d. 58.) 1 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. 2 Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation. 3 For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same: 4 For he is the minister of God to thee… Read the whole commentary →

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