1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- I beseech G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration,
hortation or consolation)
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or
(conjunctionally) accordingly
- brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- by G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- the mercies G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the mercies G3628 (οἰκτιρμός) — pity
- of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- that ye present G3936 (παρίστημι) — to stand beside, i.e. (transitively) to exhibit,
proffer, (specially), recommend, (figuratively) substantiate; or
(intransitively) to be at hand (or ready), a…
- your G4771 (σύ) — thou
- bodies G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- bodies G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide
application, literally or figuratively
- a G2378 (θυσία) — sacrifice (the act or the victim, literally or
figuratively)
- living G2198 (ζάω) — to live (literally or figuratively)
- sacrifice G2378 (θυσία) — sacrifice (the act or the victim, literally or
figuratively)
- holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically,
pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially,
consecrated)
- acceptable G2101 (εὐάρεστος) — fully agreeable
- unto God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- unto God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- reasonable G3050 (λογικός) — rational ("logical")
- service G2999 (λατρεία) — ministration of God, i.e. worship
2 And be not fashioned according to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is the good and acceptable and perfect will of God.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- be G4964 (συσχηματίζω) — to fashion alike, i.e. conform to
the same pattern (figuratively)
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- conformed G4964 (συσχηματίζω) — to fashion alike, i.e. conform to
the same pattern (figuratively)
- to G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- to G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also
past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic
period (present or future)
- this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- world G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- world G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also
past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic
period (present or future)
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- be ye transformed G3339 (μεταμορφόω) — to transform (literally or figuratively,
"metamorphose")
- by the renewing G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- by the renewing G342 (ἀνακαίνωσις) — renovation
- of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of G3563 (νοῦς) — the intellect, i.e. mind (divine or
human; in thought, feeling, or will); by implication, meaning
- your G4771 (σύ) — thou
- mind G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- mind G3563 (νοῦς) — the intellect, i.e. mind (divine or
human; in thought, feeling, or will); by implication, meaning
- that G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
- may prove G1381 (δοκιμάζω) — to test (literally or figuratively); by implication, to
approve
- what G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- that G2307 (θέλημα) — a determination (properly, the
thing), i.e. (actively) choice (specially, purpose, decree;
abstractly, volition) or (passively) inclination
- good G18 (ἀγαθός) — "good" (in any sense, often as noun)
- acceptable G2101 (εὐάρεστος) — fully agreeable
- perfect G5046 (τέλειος) — complete (in various applications of labor, growth, mental
and moral character, etc.); neuter (as noun, with )
completeness
- will G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- will G2307 (θέλημα) — a determination (properly, the
thing), i.e. (actively) choice (specially, purpose, decree;
abstractly, volition) or (passively) inclination
- of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
3 For I say, through the grace that was given me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but so to think as to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to each man a measure of faith.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- I say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate
(in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and
generally refer to an individual express…
- through G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- the grace G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the grace G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or
concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine
influence upon the heart, and it…
- given G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- given G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application,
properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly
modified by the connection)
- unto me G1473 (ἐγώ)
- to every man G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- that is G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- that is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- to think G5252 (ὑπερφρονέω) — to esteem oneself overmuch, i.e. be vain or
arrogant
- more highly G5252 (ὑπερφρονέω) — to esteem oneself overmuch, i.e. be vain or
arrogant
- than G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from
beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the
vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
- G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- he ought G1163 (δεῖ) — also ; neuter
active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is (was,
etc.) necessary (as binding)
- to think G5426 (φρονέω) — to exercise the mind, i.e. entertain or have a sentiment or
opinion; by implication, to be (mentally) disposed (more or less
earnestly in a certain direction)…
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- soberly G4993 (σωφρονέω) — to be of sound mind, i.e. sane, (figuratively)
moderate
- according as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that
manner (very variously used, as follows)
- God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- hath dealt G3307 (μερίζω) — to part, i.e. (literally) to apportion, bestow, share, or
(figuratively) to disunite, differ
- to every man G1538 (ἕκαστος) — each or every
- the measure G3358 (μέτρον) — a measure ("metre"), literally or
figuratively; by implication, a limited portion (degree)
- of faith G4102 (πίστις) — persuasion, i.e. credence; moral conviction (of religious
truth, or the truthfulness of God or a religious teacher), especially
reliance upon Christ for salva…
4 For even as we have many members in one body, and all the members have not the same office:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- as G2509 (καθάπερ) — exactly as
- we have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
- many G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any
respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely;
neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
- members G3196 (μέλος) — a limb or part of the body
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- one G1520 (εἷς) — one
- body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide
application, literally or figuratively
- and G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- the G4234 (πρᾶξις) — practice, i.e. (concretely) an act; by extension, a
function
- same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- office G4234 (πρᾶξις) — practice, i.e. (concretely) an act; by extension, a
function
5 so we, who are many, are one body in Christ, and severally members one of another.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- So G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or
follows)
- we G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- many G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any
respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely;
neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
- are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- one G1520 (εἷς) — one
- body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide
application, literally or figuratively
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- and G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- every G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in
varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or
accusative) with which it is joined)
- members G3196 (μέλος) — a limb or part of the body
- one of another G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
6 And having gifts differing according to the grace that was given to us, whether prophecy, let us prophesy according to the proportion of our faith;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Having G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
- then G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- gifts G5486 (χάρισμα) — a (divine) gratuity, i.e. deliverance (from danger or
passion); (specially), a (spiritual) endowment, i.e. (subjectively)
religious qualification, or (objecti…
- differing G1313 (διάφορος) — varying; also surpassing
- according to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in
varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or
accusative) with which it is joined)
- the grace G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the grace G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or
concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine
influence upon the heart, and it…
- that is given G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application,
properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly
modified by the connection)
- to us G1473 (ἐγώ)
- whether G1535 (εἴτε) — if too
- prophecy G4394 (προφητεία) — prediction (scriptural or other)
- the proportion G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the proportion G356 (ἀναλογία) — proportion
- of faith G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of faith G4102 (πίστις) — persuasion, i.e. credence; moral conviction (of religious
truth, or the truthfulness of God or a religious teacher), especially
reliance upon Christ for salva…
7 or ministry, let us give ourselves to our ministry; or he that teacheth, to his teaching;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Or G1535 (εἴτε) — if too
- ministry G1248 (διακονία) — attendance (as a servant, etc.); figuratively
(eleemosynary) aid, (official) service (especially of the Christian
teacher, or technically of the diaconate)
- on G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- ministering G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- ministering G1248 (διακονία) — attendance (as a servant, etc.); figuratively
(eleemosynary) aid, (official) service (especially of the Christian
teacher, or technically of the diaconate)
- he that teacheth G1321 (διδάσκω) — to
teach (in the same broad application)
- teaching G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- teaching G1319 (διδασκαλία) — instruction (the function or the information)
8 or he that exhorteth, to his exhorting: he that giveth, let him do it with liberality; he that ruleth, with diligence; he that showeth mercy, with cheerfulness.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Or G1535 (εἴτε) — if too
- he that exhorteth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- he that exhorteth G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration,
hortation or consolation)
- on G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- exhortation G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- exhortation G3874 (παράκλησις) — imploration, hortation, solace
- he that giveth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- he that giveth G3330 (μεταδίδωμι) — to give over, i.e. share
- with G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- simplicity G572 (ἁπλότης) — singleness, i.e. (subjectively) sincerity (without
dissimulation or self-seeking), or (objectively) generosity (copious
bestowal)
- he that ruleth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- he that ruleth G4291 (προΐστημι) — to stand before, i.e. (in rank) to preside, or (by
implication) to practise
- diligence G4710 (σπουδή) — "speed", i.e. (by implication) despatch, eagerness,
earnestness
- he that sheweth mercy G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- he that sheweth mercy G1653 (ἐλεέω) — to compassionate (by word or deed, specially, by divine
grace)
- cheerfulness G2432 (ἱλαρότης) — alacrity
9 Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- love G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- love G26 (ἀγάπη) — love, i.e. affection or benevolence; specially (plural) a
love-feast
- be without dissimulation G505 (ἀνυπόκριτος) — undissembled, i.e. sincere
- Abhor G655 (ἀποστυγέω) — to detest utterly
- that which is evil G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- that which is evil G4190 (πονηρός) — hurtful, i.e. evil (properly, in effect or
influence, and thus differing from , which refers rather to
essential character, as well as from , which indicates…
- cleave G2853 (κολλάω) — to glue, i.e. (passively or reflexively) to stick
(figuratively)
- to that which is good G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- to that which is good G18 (ἀγαθός) — "good" (in any sense, often as noun)
10 In love of the brethren be tenderly affectioned one to another; in honor preferring one another;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- kindly affectioned G5387 (φιλόστοργος) — fond of natural relatives, i.e. fraternal towards fellow
Christian
- one G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
- to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- another G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
- with brotherly love G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- with brotherly love G5360 (φιλαδελφία) — fraternal affection
- in honour G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in honour G5092 (τιμή) — a value, i.e. money paid, or (concretely and collectively)
valuables; by analogy, esteem (especially of the highest degree), or
the dignity itself
- preferring G4285 (προηγέομαι) — to lead the way for others, i.e. show
deference
- one another G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
11 in diligence not slothful; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- slothful G3636 (ὀκνηρός) — tardy, i.e. indolent; (figuratively) irksome
- in business G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in business G4710 (σπουδή) — "speed", i.e. (by implication) despatch, eagerness,
earnestness
- fervent G2204 (ζέω) — to be hot (boil, of liquids; or glow, of solids), i.e.
(figuratively) be fervid (earnest)
- in spirit G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by
analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by
implication) vital principle, men…
- serving G1398 (δουλεύω) — to be a slave to (literal or figurative, involuntary or
voluntary)
- the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
12 rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing stedfastly in prayer;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Rejoicing G5463 (χαίρω) — to be "cheer"ful, i.e. calmly happy or well-off;
impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be
well
- in hope G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in hope G1680 (ἐλπίς) — expectation (abstractly or concretely) or confidence
- patient G5278 (ὑπομένω) — to stay under (behind), i.e. remain; figuratively,
to undergo, i.e. bear (trials), have fortitude, persevere
- in tribulation G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in tribulation G2347 (θλῖψις) — pressure (literally or figuratively)
- continuing instant G4342 (προσκαρτερέω) — to be earnest towards, i.e. (to a thing) to
persevere, be constantly diligent, or (in a place) to attend
assiduously all the exercises, or (to a person) to ad…
- in prayer G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in prayer G4335 (προσευχή) — prayer (worship); by implication, an oratory (chapel)
13 communicating to the necessities of the saints; given to hospitality.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Distributing G2841 (κοινωνέω) — to share with others (objectively or
subjectively)
- to the necessity G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- to the necessity G5532 (χρεία) — employment, i.e. an affair; also (by
implication) occasion, demand, requirement or destitution
- of saints G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically,
pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially,
consecrated)
- given to G1377 (διώκω) — compare the base of and ); to pursue (literally or
figuratively); by implication, to persecute
- hospitality G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- hospitality G5381 (φιλονεξία) — hospitableness
14 Bless them that persecute you; bless, and curse not.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Bless G2127 (εὐλογέω) — to speak well of, i.e. (religiously)
to bless (thank or invoke a benediction upon, prosper)
- them which persecute G1377 (διώκω) — compare the base of and ); to pursue (literally or
figuratively); by implication, to persecute
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- curse G2672 (καταράομαι) — to execrate; by analogy, to doom
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
15 Rejoice with them that rejoice; weep with them that weep.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Rejoice G5463 (χαίρω) — to be "cheer"ful, i.e. calmly happy or well-off;
impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be
well
- with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting
accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according
to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with
wh…
- them that do rejoice G5463 (χαίρω) — to be "cheer"ful, i.e. calmly happy or well-off;
impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be
well
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- weep G2799 (κλαίω) — to sob, i.e. wail aloud (whereas 1145 is rather
to cry silently)
- them that weep G2799 (κλαίω) — to sob, i.e. wail aloud (whereas 1145 is rather
to cry silently)
16 Be of the same mind one toward another. Set not your mind on high things, but condescend to things that are lowly. Be not wise in your own conceits.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of G5426 (φρονέω) — to exercise the mind, i.e. entertain or have a sentiment or
opinion; by implication, to be (mentally) disposed (more or less
earnestly in a certain direction)…
- the same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- mind G5426 (φρονέω) — to exercise the mind, i.e. entertain or have a sentiment or
opinion; by implication, to be (mentally) disposed (more or less
earnestly in a certain direction)…
- one G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
- toward G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- another G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- high things G5308 (ὑψηλός) — lofty (in place or character)
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- condescend G4879 (συναπάγω) — to take off together, i.e. transport with (seduce,
passively, yield)
- to men of low estate G5011 (ταπεινός) — depressed, i.e. (figuratively) humiliated (in
circumstances or disposition)
- Be G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
- wise G5429 (φρόνιμος) — thoughtful, i.e. sagacious or discreet (implying a cautious
character; while denotes practical skill or acumen; and
indicates rather intelligence or mental…
- in G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from
beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the
vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
- your own conceits G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also
(in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-,
thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
17 Render to no man evil for evil. Take thought for things honorable in the sight of all men.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Recompense G591 (ἀποδίδωμι) — to give away, i.e. up, over, back, etc. (in various
applications)
- to no man G3367 (μηδείς) — not even one (man, woman, thing)
- evil G2556 (κακός) — worthless (intrinsically, such; whereas
properly refers to effects), i.e. (subjectively) depraved, or
(objectively) injurious
- for G473 (ἀντί) — opposite, i.e. instead or because of (rarely in
addition to)
- Provide G4306 (προνοέω) — to consider in advance, i.e. look out for
beforehand (actively, by way of maintenance for others; middle voice
by way of circumspection for oneself)
- things honest G2570 (καλός) — properly, beautiful, but chiefly (figuratively)
good (literally or morally), i.e. valuable or virtuous (for appearance
or use, and thus distinguished from , w…
- in the sight of G1799 (ἐνώπιον) — in the face of
(literally or figuratively)
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human
being
18 If it be possible, as much as in you lieth, be at peace with all men.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- If G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- it be possible G1415 (δυνατός) — powerful or capable (literally or figuratively); neuter
possible
- as much as lieth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- live peaceably G1514 (εἰρηνεύω) — to be (act) peaceful
- with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting
accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according
to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with
wh…
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human
being
19 Avenge not yourselves, beloved, but give place unto the wrath of God: for it is written, Vengeance belongeth unto me; I will recompense, saith the Lord.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Dearly beloved G27 (ἀγαπητός) — beloved
- avenge G1556 (ἐκδικέω) — to vindicate, retaliate, punish
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- yourselves G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also
(in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-,
thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application,
properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly
modified by the connection)
- place G5117 (τόπος) — a spot (generally in space, but limited by
occupancy; whereas is a large but particular locality), i.e.
location (as a position, home, tract, etc.); figurati…
- unto wrath G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- unto wrath G3709 (ὀργή) — properly, desire (as a reaching forth or excitement of the
mind), i.e. (by analogy), violent passion (ire, or (justifiable)
abhorrence); by implication punish…
- for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- it is written G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to
describe
- Vengeance G1557 (ἐκδίκησις) — vindication, retribution
- mine G1473 (ἐγώ)
- I G1473 (ἐγώ)
- will repay G467 (ἀνταποδίδωμι) — to requite (good or evil)
- saith G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate
(in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and
generally refer to an individual express…
- the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
20 But if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him to drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or
(conjunctionally) accordingly
- if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- thine G4771 (σύ) — thou
- enemy G2190 (ἐχθρός) — hateful (passively, odious, or
actively, hostile); usually as a noun, an adversary (especially
Satan)
- hunger G3983 (πεινάω) — to
famish (absolutely or comparatively); figuratively, to crave
- feed G5595 (ψωμίζω) — to supply with bits, i.e. (generally) to
nourish
- him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- he thirst G1372 (διψάω) — to thirst for (literally or
figuratively)
- give G4222 (ποτίζω) — to furnish drink,
irrigate
- drink G4222 (ποτίζω) — to furnish drink,
irrigate
- for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- in so G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- doing G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in
a very wide application, more or less direct)
- thou shalt heap G4987 (σωρεύω) — to pile up (literally or
figuratively)
- coals G440 (ἄνθραξ) — a live coal
- of fire G4442 (πῦρ) — "fire" (literally or figuratively, specially,
lightning)
- on G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time,
place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive
case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
- his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- head G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- head G2776 (κεφαλή) — the head (as the
part most readily taken hold of), literally or figuratively
21 Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Be G3528 (νικάω) — to subdue (literally or figuratively)
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- overcome G3528 (νικάω) — to subdue (literally or figuratively)
- of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place
(beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the
accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
- evil G2556 (κακός) — worthless (intrinsically, such; whereas
properly refers to effects), i.e. (subjectively) depraved, or
(objectively) injurious
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- with G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- good G18 (ἀγαθός) — "good" (in any sense, often as noun)