Romans 13:5
Romans chapter 13 · verse 5 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000Wherefore ye must needs be in subjection, not only because of the wrath, but also for conscience’ sake.
KJV
King James Version · 1611Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901Wherefore ye must needs be in subjection, not only because of the wrath, but also for conscience’ sake.
Context
v.4for he is a minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is a minister of God, an avenger for wrath to him that doeth evil.
v.5This passage
v.6For for this cause ye pay tribute also; for they are ministers of God’s service, attending continually upon this very thing.
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Ecclesiastes 8:2
I counsel thee, Keep the king’s command, and that in regard of the oath of God.
- 1 Peter 2:13
Be subject to every ordinance of man for the Lord’s sake: whether to the king, as supreme;
- 1 Samuel 24:5
And it came to pass afterward, that David’s heart smote him, because he had cut off Saul’s skirt.
- 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.
- Acts 24:16
Herein I also exercise myself to have a conscience void of offence toward God and men always.
- 1 Peter 2:19
For this is acceptable, if for conscience toward God a man endureth griefs, suffering wrongfully.