If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Romans 12:18 in context
Romans 12:15–21
15
Rejoice with those who rejoice. Weep with those who weep.
16
Be of the same mind one toward another. Don’t set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Don’t be wise in your own conceits.
17
Repay no one evil for evil. Respect what is honorable in the sight of all men.
18
Selected verse
If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men.
19
Don’t seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God’s wrath. For it is written, “Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.”
20
Therefore
“If your enemy is hungry, feed him.
If he is thirsty, give him a drink;
for in doing so, you will heap coals of fire on his head.”
21
Don’t be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
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