Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
Rendering
General references
Bible References
Rendering
1 Peter 2:20
What good does it do if, when you sin, you patiently receive punishment for it? But if you suffer for doing good and receive it patiently, you have God's approval.
Proverbs 17:13
The person who repays good with evil will never see evil leave his home.
Proverbs 20:22
Don't say "I'll avenge that wrong!" Wait on the LORD and he will deliver you.
Matthew 5:39
But I tell you not to resist an evildoer. On the contrary, whoever slaps you on the right cheek, turn the other to him as well.
Luke 6:27
"But I say to you who are listening: Love your enemies. Do good to those who hate you.
Romans 12:14
Bless those who persecute you. Keep on blessing them, and never curse them.
1 Corinthians 4:12
We wear ourselves out from working with our own hands. When insulted, we bless. When persecuted, we endure.
Ephesians 4:32
And be kind to one another, compassionate, forgiving one another just as God has forgiven you in the Messiah.
1 Thessalonians 5:15
Make sure that no one pays back evil for evil. Instead, always pursue what is good for each other and for everyone else.
General references
1 Samuel 17:29
"What have I done now?" David asked. "It was just a question, wasn't it?"
Proverbs 17:13
The person who repays good with evil will never see evil leave his home.
Proverbs 26:4
Don't answer a fool according to his foolishness, or you will be just like him.
Matthew 5:44
But I say to you, love your enemies, and pray for those who persecute you,
Romans 12:14
Bless those who persecute you. Keep on blessing them, and never curse them.