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14 [a]Bless those who persecute [you],(A) bless and do not curse them.(B) 15 Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.(C) 16 Have the same regard for one another; do not be haughty but associate with the lowly; do not be wise in your own estimation.(D)

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  1. 12:14–21 Since God has justified the believers, it is not necessary for them to take justice into their own hands by taking vengeance. God will ultimately deal justly with all, including those who inflict injury on the believers. This question of personal rights as a matter of justice prepares the way for more detailed consideration of the state as adjudicator.

14 Bless those who persecute you;(A) bless and do not curse. 15 Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.(B) 16 Live in harmony with one another.(C) Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position.[a] Do not be conceited.(D)

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  1. Romans 12:16 Or willing to do menial work