Romans 12:20

Modern English Version

Therefore “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him a drink; for in doing so you will heap coals of fire on his head.”

Cross References

Genesis 42:25

Joseph then gave the command to fill their sacks with grain and to restore every man’s money to his sack and to give them provisions for the way. And it was done for them.

2 Kings 6:22

And he said, “You shall not kill them. Did you capture with your sword and with your bow those whom you want to kill? Set bread and water before them, and let them eat and drink and then go to their master.”

Psalm 120:4

Sharp arrows of the warrior, with coals of the broom tree!

Psalm 140:10

Let burning coals fall upon them; let them be cast into the fire, into deep pits, from which they cannot rise.

Matthew 5:44

But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you,

Luke 6:27

“But I say to you who hear, love your enemies, do good to those who hate you,

Romans 12:21

Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.

1 Samuel 26:21

Then said Saul, “I have sinned. Return, my son David, for I will not harm you again, because my soul was precious in your eyes this day. And behold, I have acted foolishly, and have seriously gone astray.”