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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Matthew 5:39
But I say unto you, that ye resist not the evil man: but whosoever shall smite thee on the right-cheek, turn to him the other also;
Luke 6:27
But I say to you that hear, Love your enemies; do good to them that hate you,
Luke 9:55
But he turning rebuked them and said, Ye know not what manner of spirit ye are of:
Vengeance
Romans 13:4
But if thou dost that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain; for he is the servant of God, an avenger for wrath against him that doth evil.
Hebrews 10:30
For we know him that hath said, Vengeance is mine; I will recompence: and again, The Lord will judge his people.
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Luke 22:50
And one of them smote the servant of the high priest, and cut off his right ear.