Romans 13:5

For this reason it is necessary to be subject, not only because of the wrath, but also because of the conscience,

Literal Standard Version

In The King James Version

Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.

In Context

4for it is a servant of God to you for good; and if you may do that which is evil, be fearing, for it does not bear the sword in vain; for it is a servant of God, an avenger for wrath to him who is doing that which is evil.

6for because of this you also pay tribute; for they are servants of God, on this very thing attending continually;

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Cross References

Ecclesiastes 8:2I [counsel]: keep the command of a king, even for the sake of an oath [to] God.

Titus 3:1Remind them to be subject to principalities and authorities, to obey rule, to be ready to every good work,

1 Peter 2:13Be subject, then, to every human creation, because of the LORD, whether to a king, as the highest,

1 Peter 3:16having a good conscience, so that whenever they speak against you as evildoers, they may be ashamed—[those] who are maligning your good behavior in Christ;

Matthew Henry on Romans 13:2-7

Obedience to Magistrates Enforced. ( a. d. 58.) 1 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. 2 Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation. 3 For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same: 4 For he is the minister of God to thee… Read the whole commentary →

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