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Romans 13:5

Christian Standard Bible

5 Therefore, you must submit, not only because of wrath but also because of your conscience.

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American Standard Version

Wherefore ye must needs be in subjection, not only because of the wrath, but also for conscience' sake.

English Standard Version

Therefore one must be in subjection, not only to avoid God’s wrath but also for the sake of conscience.

King James Version

Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.

New American Standard Bible

Therefore it is necessary to be in subjection, not only because of wrath, but also for the sake of conscience.

New International Version

Therefore, it is necessary to submit to the authorities, not only because of possible punishment but also as a matter of conscience.

New King James Version

Therefore you must be subject, not only because of wrath but also for conscience’ sake.

New Living Translation

So you must submit to them, not only to avoid punishment, but also to keep a clear conscience.

World English Bible

Therefore you need to be in subjection, not only because of the wrath, but also for conscience’ sake.