Romans 12:17

And repay to no man evil for evil, but be careful to do good before all men.

The Peschito Syriac New Testament: Translated into English by John Wesley Etheridge

In The King James Version

Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

In Context

16And what you think of yourselves, (that) also think of your brethren; nor think with a high mind, but incline to them who are humble; and be not wise in the conceit of your own mind.

18And if possible, as much as is in you, with all men make peace.

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Cross References

Romans 12:19And avenge not yourselves, my beloved, but give place unto wrath; for it is written, that if thou execute not judgment for thyself, I will execute thy judgment, saith Aloha.

1 Corinthians 6:6But a brother with his brother litigates, and, moreover, before those who are unbelievers!

2 Corinthians 8:20For we are precautious in this, that no one should lay upon us any imputation

Colossians 4:5In wisdom walk towards the outward ones, and redeem your opportunity.

1 Thessalonians 5:15And beware, lest any of you evil render for evil; but always follow after (those things which are) good (pl.) toward one another, and toward every man.

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 →

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