Romans 12:17
Render to no man evil for evil. Be provident of things laudable in the sight of all men.
Thomas Haweis 1795 New Testament
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 you can, be at peace with all men.
Cross References
Romans 12:19Avenge not yourselves, beloved, but give place unto wrath: for it is written, “Vengeance belongeth to me; I will recompence, saith the Lord.”
1 Corinthians 6:6But brother goes to law with brother, and this before the unbelievers.
2 Corinthians 8:20Avoiding this, that no man should lay any blame to us in this abundance which is administered by us:
Colossians 4:5Walk wisely with regard to those without, redeeming the time.
1 Thessalonians 5:15See that no man return evil for evil to any man; but always pursue that which is good, both towards one another, and towards all men.
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 →