King James Version KJV
New International Version NIV
16 Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits.
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Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited.
17 Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
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Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone.
18 If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
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If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.
19 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
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Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” says the Lord.
20 Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.
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On the contrary: “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.”
21 Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.
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Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
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