Romans 13:5

New Revised Standard Version Catholic Interconfessional

Therefore one must be subject, not only because of wrath but also because of conscience.

Cross References

Ecclesiastes 8:1

Who is like the wise man? And who knows the interpretation of a thing? Wisdom makes one's face shine, and the hardness of one's countenance is changed.

Ecclesiastes 8:2

Keep the king's command because of your sacred oath.

Acts 24:16

Therefore I do my best always to have a clear conscience toward God and all people.

Romans 13:6

For the same reason you also pay taxes, for the authorities are God's servants, busy with this very thing.

Hebrews 13:18

Pray for us; we are sure that we have a clear conscience, desiring to act honorably in all things.

1 Peter 2:19

For it is a credit to you if, being aware of God, you endure pain while suffering unjustly.

1 Peter 3:16

yet do it with gentleness and reverence. Keep your conscience clear, so that, when you are maligned, those who abuse you for your good conduct in Christ may be put to shame.