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
Give
Matthew 5:39
but I say to you, Resist not the evil man; but whosoever smites you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also;
Luke 6:27
"But I say to you who hear, love your enemies; do good to those who hate you;
Luke 9:55
But, turning, He rebuked them.
Vengeance
Romans 13:4
for he is God's minister to you for good. But, if you do that which is evil, be afraid; for he bears not the sword in vain; for he is God's minister, an avenger for wrath to him that does evil.
Hebrews 10:30
For we know Him Who said, To Me belongs vengeance; I will recompense," saith the Lord; and again, "The Lord will judge His people."
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Luke 22:50
And a certain one of them smote the servant of the high priest, and struck off his right ear.