Romans 13:5 - Revised Version with Apocrypha 1895

⁵ Wherefore ye must needs be in subjection, not only because of the wrath, but also for conscience sake.

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King James Version (Oxford) 1769

⁵ Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.

Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

⁵ Therefore one must be subject, not only to avoid God's wrath and escape punishment, but also as a matter of principle and for the sake of conscience.

American Standard Version (1901)

⁵ Wherefore ye must needs be in subjection, not only because of the wrath, but also for conscience’ sake.

Common English Bible

⁵ That is why it is necessary to place yourself under the government’s authority, not only to avoid God’s punishment but also for the sake of your conscience.

Catholic Public Domain Version

⁵ For this reason, it is necessary to be subject, not solely because of wrath, but also because of conscience.

Romans 13:5 Cross References

1 Peter 2:19

For this is acceptable, if for conscience toward God a man endureth griefs, suffering wrongfully.

Acts 24:16

Herein do I also exercise myself to have a conscience void of offence toward God and men alway.

Ecclesiastes 8:2

I counsel thee, Keep the king's command, and that in regard of the oath of God.

1 Peter 3:16

having a good conscience; that, wherein ye are spoken against, they may be put to shame who revile your good manner of life in Christ.

Hebrews 13:18

Pray for us: for we are persuaded that we have a good conscience, desiring to live honestly in all things.

Ecclesiastes 8:1

Who is as the wise man? and who knoweth the interpretation of a thing? A man's wisdom maketh his face to shine, and the hardness of his face is changed.

Romans 13:6

For this cause ye pay tribute also; for they are ministers of God's service, attending continually upon this very thing.