3 Bible Verses about Not Avenging

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Vengeance » Not avenging

Romans 12:17-21

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.

Matthew 5:38-42

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.

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