World English Bible
Romans 12:19
“Don't seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God's wrath. For it is written, "Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.”
Verse in context — Romans 12
17
Repay no one evil for evil. Respect what is honorable in the sight of all men.
18
If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men.
19
Don't seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God's wrath. For it is written, "Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.
20
Therefore "If your enemy is hungry, feed him. If he is thirsty, give him a drink; for in doing so, you will heap coals of fire on his head.
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Don't be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
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