Romans 13:5

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

King James Version
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Other Translations for Romans 13:5

BSB
Therefore it is necessary to submit to authority, not only to avoid punishment, but also as a matter of conscience.
AKJV
Why you must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.
CPDV
For this reason, it is necessary to be subject, not solely because of wrath, but also because of conscience.
ERV
Wherefore ye must needs be in subjection, not only because of the wrath, but also for conscience sake.
NHEB
Therefore you need to be in subjection, not only because of the wrath, but also for conscience' sake.
SMT
Wherefore necessity to be placed under, not only for anger, but also for consciousness.

Commentary for Romans 13:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Romans 13:5
Summary
Submit to authorities for conscience and justice
Event
Grounding submission in conscience
Estimated Time Period
c. 55-57 AD
Category
Teaching