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Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone.
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American Standard Version
Render to no man evil for evil. Take thought for things honorable in the sight of all men.
Christian Standard Bible
Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Give careful thought to do what is honorable in everyone’s eyes.
English Standard Version
Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all.
King James Version
Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
New American Standard Bible
Never repay evil for evil to anyone. Respect what is right in the sight of all people.
New King James Version
Repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in the sight of all men.
New Living Translation
Never pay back evil with more evil. Do things in such a way that everyone can see you are honorable.
World English Bible
Repay no one evil for evil. Respect what is honorable in the sight of all men.