Romans 12:17

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

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Other Translations for Romans 12:17

BSB
Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Carefully consider what is right in the eyes of everybody.
AKJV
Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
CPDV
Render to no one harm for harm. Provide good things, not only in the sight of God, but also in the sight of all men.
ERV
Render to no man evil for evil. Take thought for things honourable in the sight of all men.
NHEB
Repay no one evil for evil. Respect what is honorable in the sight of all people.
SMT
Giving hack evil for evil to none. Providing good things before all men.

Commentary for Romans 12:17

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Romans 12:17
Summary
Avoid retaliatory harm and maintain public honor
Event
Forbidding retaliatory responses
Estimated Time Period
c. 55-57 AD
Category
Teaching