Romans 12:20

Catholic Public Domain Version

So if an enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him a drink. For in doing so, you will heap burning coals upon his head.

Cross References

Genesis 42:25

And taking Simeon, and binding him in their presence, he ordered his ministers to fill their sacks with wheat, and to replace each one's money in their sacks, and to give them, in addition, provisions for the way. And they did so.

2 Kings 6:22

And he said: "You should not strike them. For you did not capture them with your sword or bow, so that you might strike them. Instead, set bread and water before them, so that they may eat and drink, and then go to their lord."

Psalm 120:4

Behold, he who guards Israel will neither sleep, nor slumber.

Psalm 140:10

The sinners will fall into his net. I am alone, until I pass over.

Matthew 5:44

But I say to you: Love your enemies. Do good to those who hate you. And pray for those who persecute and slander you.

Luke 6:27

But I say to you who are listening: Love your enemies. Do good to those who hate you.

Romans 12:21

Do not allow evil to prevail, instead prevail over evil by means of goodness.

1 Samuel 26:21

And Saul said: "I have sinned. Return, my son David. For I will never again do evil to you, because my life has been precious in your eyes this day. For it is apparent that I have acted senselessly, and have been ignorant of very many things."