Romans 12:17
Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Have regard for things that everyone considers to be good.
Family 35 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, what depends on you, live at peace with everyone.
Cross References
Romans 12:19Dear ones, do not avenge yourselves; rather give place to the wrath; for it is written: “Vengeance is up to me; I will repay,” says the Lord.
1 Corinthians 6:6Instead, brother goes to law against brother, and this before unbelievers!
2 Corinthians 8:20avoiding any criticism about how we are handling this abundance;
Colossians 4:5Behave wisely toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity.
1 Thessalonians 5:15See that no one pays back bad for bad to anyone, but always pursue the good, both for one another and for 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 →