Romans 12:17
To no man rendering evil for evil. Providing good things, not only in the sight of God, but also in the sight of all men.
Douay-Rheims 1899
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 be possible, as much as is in you, have peace with all men.
Cross References
Proverbs 20:22Say not: I will return evil: wait for the Lord and he will deliver thee.
Romans 12:19Revenge not yourselves, my dearly beloved; but give place unto wrath, for it is written: Revenge is mine, I will repay, saith the Lord.
1 Corinthians 6:6But brother goeth to law with brother, and that before unbelievers.
2 Corinthians 8:20Avoiding this, lest any man should blame us in this abundance which is administered by us.
Colossians 4:5Walk with wisdom towards them that are without, redeeming the time.
1 Thessalonians 5:15See that none render evil for evil to any man; but ever follow that which is good towards each other, and towards all men.
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 →