Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Vengeance
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Bible References
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Matthew 5:39
I, however, say to you that you must not resist wrong; but, if any one strikes you on the right cheek, turn the other to him also;
Luke 6:27
But to you who hear I say--Love your enemies, show kindness to those who hate you,
Luke 9:55
But Jesus turned and rebuked them.
Vengeance
Romans 13:4
For they are God's servants appointed for your good. But, if you do what is wrong, you may well be afraid; for the sword they carry is not without meaning! They are God's servants to inflict his punishments on those who do wrong.
Hebrews 10:30
We know who it was that said-- 'It is for me to avenge, I will requite'; and again-- 'The Lord will judge his people.'
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Luke 22:50
And one of them struck the High Priest's servant and cut off his right ear;