Romans 12:14
Bless those who persecute you; bless, and don’t curse.
World Messianic Bible
In The King James Version
Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.
In Context
13contributing to the needs of the holy ones, and given to hospitality.
15Rejoice with those who rejoice. Weep with those who weep.
Cross References
Matthew 5:44But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you,
Luke 23:34Yeshua said, “Father, forgive them, for they don’t know what they are doing.” Dividing his garments among them, they cast lots.
Romans 12:21Don’t be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
1 Thessalonians 5:15See that no one returns evil for evil to anyone, but always follow after that which is good for one another and for all.
1 Peter 2:21For you were called to this, because Messiah also suffered for us, leaving you an example, that you should follow his steps,
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 →