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Romans 12:19

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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.

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Romans 12:19 in other translations

Don’t seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God’s wrath. For it is written, “Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.”

Romans 12:19 · World English Bible

Romans 12:19 in context

  1. 17Render to no man evil for evil. Take thought for things honorable in the sight of all men.
  2. 18If it be possible, as much as in you lieth, be at peace with all men.
  3. 19Avenge 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.
  4. 20But if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him to drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head.
  5. 21Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

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