Romans 12:17
Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
King James Version
In Context
18If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Cross References
Proverbs 20:22Say not thou, I will recompense evil; but wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
Romans 12:19Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
1 Corinthians 6:6But brother goeth to law with brother, and that before the unbelievers.
2 Corinthians 8:20Avoiding this, that no man should blame us in this abundance which is administered by us:
Colossians 4:5Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time.
1 Thessalonians 5:15See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to 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 →