Romans 12:17
Repay no one evil for evil. Do good things in the sight of all people.
Unlocked Literal Bible
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, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with all people.
Cross References
Proverbs 20:22Do not say, “I will pay you back for this wrong!” 1 Wait for Yahweh and he will rescue you. 1
Romans 12:19Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but give way to the wrath of God. For it is written, “'Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay,' says the Lord.” 1
1 Corinthians 6:6But as it stands, one believer goes to court against another believer, and that case is placed before a judge who is an unbeliever!
2 Corinthians 8:20We are avoiding the possibility that anyone should complain about us concerning this generosity that we are carrying out.
Colossians 4:5Walk in wisdom toward those outside, and redeem the time.
1 Thessalonians 5:15See that no one pays back evil for evil to anyone. Instead, pursue what is good 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 →