Devine Scripture

Romans 12:17

Romans chapter 12 · verse 17 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

Render to no man evil for evil. Take thought for things honorable in the sight of all men.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

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

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

Render to no man evil for evil. Take thought for things honorable in the sight of all men.

Context

v.16Be of the same mind one toward another. Set not your mind on high things, but condescend to things that are lowly. Be not wise in your own conceits.

v.17This passage

v.18If it be possible, as much as in you lieth, be at peace with all men.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • 1 Peter 2:12

    having your behavior seemly among the Gentiles; that, wherein they speak against you as evil-doers, they may by your good works, which they behold, glorify God in the day of visitation.

  • 1 Peter 3:16

    having a good conscience; that, wherein ye are spoken against, they may be put to shame who revile your good manner of life in Christ.

  • Titus 2:4

    that they may train the young women to love their husbands, to love their children,

  • 1 Corinthians 6:6

    but brother goeth to law with brother, and that before unbelievers?

  • 1 Peter 3:9

    not rendering evil for evil, or reviling for reviling; but contrariwise blessing; for hereunto were ye called, that ye should inherit a blessing.

  • Romans 12:19

    Avenge not yourselves, beloved, but give place unto the wrath of God: for it is written, Vengeance belongeth unto me; I will recompense, saith the Lord.