Romans 13:5

Wherefore it is necessary to be subject, not only because of the wrath, but also because of the conscience,

Young's Literal Translation

In The King James Version

Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.

In Context

4for of God it is a ministrant to thee for good; and if that which is evil thou mayest do, be fearing, for not in vain doth it bear the sword; for of God it is a ministrant, an avenger for wrath to him who is doing that which is evil.

6for because of this also pay ye tribute; for servants of God they are, on this very thing attending continually;

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Cross References

Ecclesiastes 8:2I pray thee, the commandment of a king keep, even for the sake of the oath of God.

Titus 3:1Remind them to be subject to principalities and authorities, to obey rule, unto every good work to be ready,

1 Peter 2:13Be subject, then, to every human creation, because of the Lord, whether to a king, as the highest,

1 Peter 3:16having a good conscience, that in that in which they speak against you as evil-doers, they may be ashamed who are traducing your good behaviour in Christ;

Matthew Henry on Romans 13:2-7

Obedience to Magistrates Enforced. ( a. d. 58.) 1 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. 2 Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation. 3 For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same: 4 For he is the minister of God to thee… Read the whole commentary →

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