Romans 13:5

New American Bible - revised edition

Therefore, it is necessary to be subject not only because of the wrath but also because of conscience.

Cross References

Ecclesiastes 8:1

Who is like the wise person, and who knows the explanation of things? Wisdom illumines the face and transforms a grim countenance.

Ecclesiastes 8:2

Observe the command of the king, in view of your oath to God.

Acts 24:16

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

Romans 13:6

This is why you also pay taxes, for the authorities are ministers of God, devoting themselves to this very thing.

Hebrews 13:18

Pray for us, for we are confident that we have a clear conscience, wishing to act rightly in every respect.

1 Peter 2:19

For whenever anyone bears the pain of unjust suffering because of consciousness of God, that is a grace.

1 Peter 3:16

but do it with gentleness and reverence, keeping your conscience clear, so that, when you are maligned, those who defame your good conduct in Christ may themselves be put to shame.