1 Timothy 2:2

New American Bible - revised edition

for kings and for all in authority, that we may lead a quiet and tranquil life in all devotion and dignity.

Cross References

2 Samuel 20:19

or ended in Israel.’ You are seeking to batter down a city that is a mother in Israel. Why do you wish to swallow up the heritage of the Lord?”

Ezra 6:10

that they may continue to offer sacrifices of pleasing odor to the God of heaven and pray for the life of the king and his sons.

Nehemiah 1:11

Lord, may your ears be attentive to the prayer of your servant and that of all your servants who willingly revere your name. Grant success to your servant this day, and let him find favor with this man”—for I was cupbearer to the king.

Psalm 72:1

Of Solomon.

Proverbs 24:21

My son, fear the Lord and the king; have nothing to do with those who hate them;

Jeremiah 29:7

Seek the welfare of the city to which I have exiled you; pray for it to the Lord, for upon its welfare your own depends.

Luke 1:6

Both were righteous in the eyes of God, observing all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blamelessly.

Luke 2:25

Now there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon. This man was righteous and devout, awaiting the consolation of Israel, and the holy Spirit was upon him.

Acts 10:22

They answered, “Cornelius, a centurion, an upright and God-fearing man, respected by the whole Jewish nation, was directed by a holy angel to summon you to his house and to hear what you have to say.”

Acts 24:16

Because of this, I always strive to keep my conscience clear before God and man.

Romans 12:18

If possible, on your part, live at peace with all.

Philippians 4:8

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.

1 Thessalonians 4:11

and to aspire to live a tranquil life, to mind your own affairs, and to work with your [own] hands, as we instructed you,

Hebrews 12:14

Strive for peace with everyone, and for that holiness without which no one will see the Lord.