1 Timothy 2:2

The English Standar Version

for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.

Cross References

2 Samuel 20:19

I am one of those who are peaceable and faithful in Israel. You seek to destroy a city that is a mother in Israel. Why will you swallow up the heritage of the LORD?"

Ezra 6:10

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

Nehemiah 1:11

O Lord, let your ear be attentive to the prayer of your servant, and to the prayer of your servants who delight to fear your name, and give success to your servant today, and grant him mercy in the sight of this man."Now I was cupbearer to the king.

Psalm 72:1

Give the king your justice, O God, and your righteousness to the royal son!

Proverbs 24:21

My son, fear the LORD and the king, and do not join with those who do otherwise,

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.

Luke 1:6

And they were both righteous before God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and statutes of the Lord.

Luke 2:25

Now there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon, and this man was righteous and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him.

Acts 10:22

And they said, "Cornelius, a centurion, an upright and God-fearing man, who is well spoken of by the whole Jewish nation, was directed by a holy angel to send for you to come to his house and to hear what you have to say."

Acts 24:16

So I always take pains to have a clear conscience toward both God and man.

Romans 12:18

If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.

Philippians 4:8

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

1 Thessalonians 4:11

and to aspire to live quietly, and to mind your own affairs, and to work with your hands, as we instructed you,

Hebrews 12:14

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