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 say unto you, Set not yourselves against him that injures you, but if any one smite thee on thy right cheek, rather turn to him the other also:
Luke 6:27
But I say unto you my hearers, Love your enemies, do good to them that hate you,
Luke 9:55
But He turned and rebuked them, and said, Ye know not what spirit ye are of:
Vengeance
Romans 13:4
for he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou dost evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is also the minister of God, as an avenger to execute his wrath upon the malefactor.
Hebrews 10:30
For we know who hath said, "To me belongeth vengeance, I will recompense, saith the Lord:" and again, "The Lord will judge his people."
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Luke 22:50
And one of them smote the high priest's servant and cut off his right ear: