Romans 12:17

First Nations Version

No one should pay back evil with evil. Do what you know to be honorable in the eyes of another.

Cross References

1 Thessalonians 5:15

Make sure no one gives back to anyone evil for evil. Instead, seek to walk in a good way with each other and with all people.

Matthew 5:39

But I tell you, do not fight back. Violence will not be defeated by more of the same. If someone strikes the right side of your face, turn to him the other side also.

1 Peter 3:9

Never return evil for evil or insult for insult. Instead, speak words of blessing over each other, for you were chosen to share together in Creator’s blessings.

Romans 12:19

My much-loved family members, do not take the punishment of others into your own hands. Instead, turn all anger and wrath over to the Great Spirit. For the Sacred Teachings tell us, “Punishment for wrongs belongs to me,” says the Great Spirit Chief. “I will make sure that wrongs are made right again.”

1 Peter 3:16

Give your answer to them in a kind and respectful way. Do what you know deep inside to be right, so when outsiders accuse you, they will be put to shame as you walk in a good way following the Chosen One.

1 Thessalonians 5:22

Make sure to turn away from all kinds of evil.

1 Peter 2:12

Walk in a good way among those who are outsiders to our spiritual ways. In this way, even though they falsely accuse you of wrongdoing, when they see the good you have done they will give honor to the Great Spirit on the day he comes to visit us.

Colossians 4:5

Use great wisdom as you walk among those who are not yet part of the sacred family, and make full use of every opportunity as you represent our Honored Chief.

Romans 14:16

Give no one a reason to speak evil of what you see as good.

1 Timothy 5:14

That is why I want the younger widows to get married, have children, and take good care of their own families. Then the enemy will have nothing to say against them.

1 Thessalonians 4:12

By walking in this good way, you will win the respect of outsiders and not have to look to others for your needs.

Matthew 5:24

leave your gift and go make things right. Then you can come back and finish the ceremony.