17Render to no man evil for evil. Take thought for things honorable in the sight of all men.


In Context

14 Bless them that persecute you; bless, and curse not.

15 Rejoice with them that rejoice; weep with them that weep.

16 Be 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.

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

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

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.

Romans 12:17 in Other Translations

The King James Version of the Holy Bible

12:17Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

The New International Version of the Holy Bible

12:17Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everybody.

The Douay-Rheims Version of the Holy Bible

12:17To no man rendering evil for evil. Providing good things, not only in the sight of God, but also in the sight of all men.

The Darby Bible Translation of the Holy Bible

12:17recompensing to no one evil for evil: providing things honest before all men:

The English Revised Version of the Holy Bible

12:17Render to no man evil for evil. Take thought for things honourable in the sight of all men.

The Webster Bible Translation of the Holy Bible

12:17Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

The World English Bible Translation of the Holy Bible

12:17Repay no one evil for evil. Respect what is honorable in the sight of all men.

The Young's Literal Translation of the Holy Bible

12:17giving back to no one evil for evil; providing right things before all men.

The American King James Version of the Holy Bible

12:17Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.