Romans 12:17
Render to no one harm for harm. Provide good things, not only in the sight of God, but also in the sight of all men.
Catholic Public Domain Version
In The King James Version
Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
In Context
18If it is possible, in so far as you are able, be at peace with all men.
Cross References
Proverbs 20:22Do not say, “I will repay evil.” Wait for the Lord, and he will free you.
Romans 12:19Do not defend yourselves, dearest ones. Instead, step aside from wrath. For it is written: “Vengeance is mine. I shall give retribution, says the Lord.”
1 Corinthians 6:6Instead, brother contends against brother in court, and this before the unfaithful!
2 Corinthians 8:20So let us avoid this, lest anyone disparage us over the abundance that is ministered by us.
Colossians 4:5Walk in wisdom toward those who are outside, redeeming this age.
1 Thessalonians 5:15See to it that no one repays evil for evil to anyone. Instead, always pursue whatever is good, with one another and with 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 →