Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Conduct » Christian conduct
BUT speak thou the things which become sound doctrine: that the elder men be sober, grave, discreet, sound in faith, in love, in patience. That the elder women also be sacredly becoming in their behaviour, not slanderers, not enslaved by much wine, teachers of propriety; read more.
that they instruct the young women to be discreet, to love their husbands, to love their children, to be sober, domestic, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not ill reported of. The younger men in like manner exhort to be sober minded. In all things approving thyself as a pattern of good works: in thy teaching, shewing integrity, gravity, incorruptibility, sound discourse, incapable of confutation; that he who is in opposition may be confounded, having nothing faulty to say of you. Let servants be subject to their own masters, in all things to be agreeable to them; not contradicting; not embezzling their property, but demonstrating all good fidelity; that they may adorn the doctrine of God our Saviour in all things. For the grace of God which leads to salvation hath appeared unto all men, instructing us, that denying ungodliness and worldly affections, we should live soberly and righteously, and godly in the present day; expecting the blessed hope, and glorious appearing of our great God and Saviour Jesus Christ; who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify to himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. These things speak and enjoin, and reprove with all authority. Let no man despise thee.
that they instruct the young women to be discreet, to love their husbands, to love their children, to be sober, domestic, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not ill reported of. The younger men in like manner exhort to be sober minded. In all things approving thyself as a pattern of good works: in thy teaching, shewing integrity, gravity, incorruptibility, sound discourse, incapable of confutation; that he who is in opposition may be confounded, having nothing faulty to say of you. Let servants be subject to their own masters, in all things to be agreeable to them; not contradicting; not embezzling their property, but demonstrating all good fidelity; that they may adorn the doctrine of God our Saviour in all things. For the grace of God which leads to salvation hath appeared unto all men, instructing us, that denying ungodliness and worldly affections, we should live soberly and righteously, and godly in the present day; expecting the blessed hope, and glorious appearing of our great God and Saviour Jesus Christ; who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify to himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. These things speak and enjoin, and reprove with all authority. Let no man despise thee.
Finally, be all like-minded, sympathizing, loving fraternally, compassionate, friendly hearted, not returning evil for evil, or railing for railing; but, contrariwise, wishing men every blessing; knowing that hereunto ye have been called, that ye should inherit the [divine] benediction. "For he that would love life, and see good days, let him restrain his tongue from evil, and his lips from speaking guile. read more.
Let him depart from every wicked thing, and do good; let him seek peace, and pursue it." For the eyes of the Lord are upon the just, and his ears open to their prayers: but the face of the Lord is against those who practise wicked things.
Let him depart from every wicked thing, and do good; let him seek peace, and pursue it." For the eyes of the Lord are upon the just, and his ears open to their prayers: but the face of the Lord is against those who practise wicked things.
Love to man » Should be exhibited, toward » Enemies
Bless them who persecute you; bless, and curse not.
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If therefore thine enemy hunger, give him food; if he thirst, give him drink: for so doing, thou shalt heap up coals of fire on his head.
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But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who treat you insolently, and persecute you;
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not returning evil for evil, or railing for railing; but, contrariwise, wishing men every blessing; knowing that hereunto ye have been called, that ye should inherit the [divine] benediction.
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Railing » Forbidden
Though Michael the archangel, when contending with the devil, he disputed about the body of Moses, dared not to produce a railing accusation, but said, The Lord rebuke thee.
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Whereas the angels, though so much greater in might and power, bring not a reviling accusation against them before the Lord.
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But now I have written unto you not to associate with him, if any man, professing to be a brother, be a fornicator, or covetous, or an idolater, or a railer, or a drunkard, or an extortioner, with such a one not even to eat.
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he is conceited, knowing nothing, but delirious with disputes and quarrels about words, from whence come wrath, contentions, evil speakings, wrong suspicions,
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not returning evil for evil, or railing for railing; but, contrariwise, wishing men every blessing; knowing that hereunto ye have been called, that ye should inherit the [divine] benediction.
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Retaliation » Forbidden
Render to no man evil for evil. Be provident of things laudable in the sight of all men.
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See that no man return evil for evil to any man; but always pursue that which is good, both towards one another, and towards all men.
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but I say unto you, Resist not an injurious act; but whosoever shall smite thee on the right cheek, turn to him also the other.
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not returning evil for evil, or railing for railing; but, contrariwise, wishing men every blessing; knowing that hereunto ye have been called, that ye should inherit the [divine] benediction.
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Revenge » Forbidden
Avenge not yourselves, beloved, but give place unto wrath: for it is written, "Vengeance belongeth to me; I will recompence, saith the Lord."
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Render to no man evil for evil. Be provident of things laudable in the sight of all men.
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See that no man return evil for evil to any man; but always pursue that which is good, both towards one another, and towards all men.
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not returning evil for evil, or railing for railing; but, contrariwise, wishing men every blessing; knowing that hereunto ye have been called, that ye should inherit the [divine] benediction.
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Reviling and reproaching » Saints » Return blessings for
and work hard, labouring with our own hands: being reviled, we bless; being persecuted, we suffer it;
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not returning evil for evil, or railing for railing; but, contrariwise, wishing men every blessing; knowing that hereunto ye have been called, that ye should inherit the [divine] benediction.
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Reviling and reproaching » Forbidden
not returning evil for evil, or railing for railing; but, contrariwise, wishing men every blessing; knowing that hereunto ye have been called, that ye should inherit the [divine] benediction.
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Vengeance » Not avenging
See that no man return evil for evil to any man; but always pursue that which is good, both towards one another, and towards all men.
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Render to no man evil for evil. Be provident of things laudable in the sight of all men. If possible, as far as you can, be at peace with all men. Avenge not yourselves, beloved, but give place unto wrath: for it is written, "Vengeance belongeth to me; I will recompence, saith the Lord." read more.
If therefore thine enemy hunger, give him food; if he thirst, give him drink: for so doing, thou shalt heap up coals of fire on his head. Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.
If therefore thine enemy hunger, give him food; if he thirst, give him drink: for so doing, thou shalt heap up coals of fire on his head. Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.
Ye have heard that it was said, "Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth:" but I say unto you, Resist not an injurious act; but whosoever shall smite thee on the right cheek, turn to him also the other. And if a man will prosecute thee, and take thy coat, let him have thy cloak also. read more.
And whosoever shall press thee for one mile, go with him two. Give to him that asketh thee; and from him who wants to borrow of thee, turn not away.
And whosoever shall press thee for one mile, go with him two. Give to him that asketh thee; and from him who wants to borrow of thee, turn not away.
But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you; bless those who curse you, and pray for those who wantonly insult you. To him that smiteth thee on the cheek, offer the other also; and from him who would take from thee thy cloak, withhold not thy coat also. read more.
And give to every one that asketh thee; and from him who would take thy goods, demand them not again.
And give to every one that asketh thee; and from him who would take thy goods, demand them not again.
Finally, be all like-minded, sympathizing, loving fraternally, compassionate, friendly hearted, not returning evil for evil, or railing for railing; but, contrariwise, wishing men every blessing; knowing that hereunto ye have been called, that ye should inherit the [divine] benediction.