Romans 12:18
If possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with all people.
Unlocked Literal Bible
In The King James Version
If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
In Context
17Repay no one evil for evil. Do good things in the sight of all people.
Cross References
Judges 11:14Again Jephthah sent messengers to the king of the people of Ammon,
Psalms 34:14Turn away from evil and do good. 1 Seek peace and go after it. 1
Proverbs 12:20There is deceit in the hearts of those who plan to do evil, 1 but joy comes to the advisors of peace. 1
Matthew 5:9Blessed are the peacemakers, 2 for they will be called sons of God. 1
Romans 14:17For the kingdom of God is not about food and drink, but about righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.
1 Corinthians 7:15But if the unbelieving partner departs, let him go. In such cases, the brother or sister is not bound to their vows. God has called us to live in peace.
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 →