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
But I tell you not to resist a wicked man, but if any one strikes you on the right cheek, turn the other to him as well.
Luke 6:27
"But to you who are listening to me I say, Love your enemies; seek the welfare of those who hate you;
Luke 9:55
But He turned and rebuked them.
Vengeance
Romans 13:4
For he is God's servant for your benefit. But if you do what is wrong, be afraid. He does not wear the sword to no purpose: he is God's servant--an administrator to inflict punishment upon evil-doers.
Hebrews 10:30
For we know who it is that has said, "Vengeance belongs to Me: I will pay back;" and again, "The Lord will be His people's judge."
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Luke 22:50
And one of them struck a blow at the High Priest's servant and cut off his right ear.