Romans 12:19
The Scripture
(19) Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In Romans 12 the apostle Paul urges believers to put aside selfish desires and instead live in love, peace, and self‑sacrifice. He instructs them to present their bodies as a living sacrifice, offering themselves to God, and to be united in mutual love and respect.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Romans 12:14Romans 12:17Leviticus 19:18I Samuel 25:26I Samuel 25:33Proverbs 24:17Proverbs 24:18Proverbs 24:19Proverbs 24:29Ezekiel 25:12Matthew 5:39Luke 6:27
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