Romans 12:17
repay to no one evil for evil; practice that which is honorable in the sight of all men.
Henry Tompkins Anderson’s 1864 New Testament
In The King James Version
Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
In Context
18If possible, as far as may be in your power, be at peace with all men.
Cross References
Romans 12:19Beloved, avenge not yourselves, but give place to the wrath of God; for it is written: Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.
1 Corinthians 6:6But brother goes to law with brother, and this before the unbelievers?
2 Corinthians 8:20being careful for this―that no one shall blame us in this abundance, which is ministered by us;
Colossians 4:5Walk in wisdom toward those who are without, redeeming the time.
1 Thessalonians 5:15See that no one render evil for evil to any, but always pursue that which is good toward one another and toward all.
Matthew Henry on Romans 12:2-21
Consecration to God; Duty towards God; Duty towards Ourselves; Due Exercise of Spiritual Gifts; Duty towards Our Brethren; Brotherly Love; Love to Enemies. ( a. d. 58.) 1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. 3 For I say,… Read the whole commentary →