Proverbs 20:22
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Do not say, “I will repay evil”;
Wait [expectantly] for the Lord, and He will rescue and save you.(A)
Matthew 5:39
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39 But I say to you, do not resist an evil person [who insults you or violates your rights]; but whoever [a]slaps you on the right cheek, turn the other toward him also [simply ignore insignificant insults or trivial losses and do not bother to retaliate—maintain your dignity, your self-respect, your poise].(A)
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- Matthew 5:39 In this context the “slap” is not an act of violence, but more likely an insult or violation of one’s rights.
Matthew 5:44
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44 But I say to you, [a]love [that is, unselfishly seek the best or higher good for] your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,(A)
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- Matthew 5:44 The key to understanding this and other statements about love is to know that this love (the Greek word agape) is not so much a matter of emotion as it is of doing things for the benefit of another person, that is, having an unselfish concern for another and a willingness to seek the best for another.
Romans 12:17
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17 Never repay anyone evil for evil. Take thought for what is right and gracious and proper in the sight of everyone.(A)
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Romans 12:19
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19 Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave the way open for God’s wrath [and His judicial righteousness]; for it is written [in Scripture], “Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord.(A)
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