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
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Bible References
Rendering
1 Peter 2:20
For what credit is it if you sin and are mistreated and endure it? But if you do good and suffer and so endure, this finds favor with God.
Proverbs 17:13
As for the one who repays evil for good, evil will not leave his house.
Proverbs 20:22
Do not say, "I will pay back evil!" Wait for the Lord, so that he may vindicate you.
Matthew 5:39
But I say to you, do not resist the evildoer. But whoever strikes 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, bless and do not curse.
1 Corinthians 4:12
We do hard work, toiling with our own hands. When we are verbally abused, we respond with a blessing, when persecuted, we endure,
Ephesians 4:32
Instead, be kind to one another, compassionate, forgiving one another, just as God in Christ also forgave you.
1 Thessalonians 5:15
See that no one pays back evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good for one another and for all.
General references
1 Samuel 17:29
David replied, "What have I done now? Can't I say anything?"
Proverbs 17:13
As for the one who repays evil for good, evil will not leave his house.
Proverbs 26:4
Do not answer a fool according to his folly, lest you yourself also be like him.
Matthew 5:44
But I say to you, love your enemy and pray for those who persecute you,
Romans 12:14
Bless those who persecute you, bless and do not curse.