Romans 12:17
Recompense to no one evil for evil. Provide things honorable in the sight of all men.
The New Testament, American Bible Union (1865)
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 far as depends on you, be at peace with all men.
Cross References
Romans 12:19Avenge not yourselves, beloved, but give place to the wrath [of God]. For it is written: To me belongs vengeance; I will recompense, saith the Lord.
1 Corinthians 6:6but brother goes to law with brother, and that before unbelievers?
2 Corinthians 8:20being careful of this, that no one should blame us in this abundance which is administered by us;
Colossians 4:5Walk in wisdom toward those without, redeeming the time.
1 Thessalonians 5:15See that none render evil for evil to any one but ever follow that which is good, both 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 →