1 Peter 2:13

New Revised Standard Version Catholic Interconfessional

For the Lord's sake accept the authority of every human institution, whether of the emperor as supreme,

Cross References

Proverbs 17:11

Evil people seek only rebellion, but a cruel messenger will be sent against them.

Proverbs 24:21

My child, fear the Lord and the king, and do not disobey either of them;

Jeremiah 29:7

But seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the Lord on its behalf, for in its welfare you will find your welfare.

Matthew 22:21

They answered, “The emperor's.” Then he said to them, “Give therefore to the emperor the things that are the emperor's, and to God the things that are God's.”

Mark 12:17

Jesus said to them, “Give to the emperor the things that are the emperor's, and to God the things that are God's.” And they were utterly amazed at him.

Luke 20:25

He said to them, “Then give to the emperor the things that are the emperor's, and to God the things that are God's.”

Ephesians 5:21

Be subject to one another out of reverence for Christ.

Titus 3:1

Remind them to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work,

1 Peter 2:17

Honor everyone. Love the family of believers. Fear God. Honor the emperor.

2 Peter 2:10

—especially those who indulge their flesh in depraved lust, and who despise authority. Bold and willful, they are not afraid to slander the glorious ones,