1 Thessalonians 5:15
1 Thessalonians · New Testament · Chapter 5
“See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men.”1 Thessalonians 5:15
What Does 1 Thessalonians 5:15 Mean?
1 Thessalonians 5:15 is found in the book of 1 Thessalonians, chapter 5, verse 15 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 20 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (20)
These passages are connected to 1 Thessalonians 5:15 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Proverbs 20:22“Say not thou, I will recompense evil; but wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.”Galatians 6:10“As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.”1 Peter 3:9“Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.”Romans 12:17“Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.”Luke 6:27“But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,”Matthew 5:39“But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.”Colossians 3:12“Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;”1 Peter 3:13“And who is he that will harm you, if ye be followers of that which is good?”Romans 12:14“Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.”Leviticus 19:18“Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I am the LORD.”Hebrews 13:16“But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.”Philippians 2:14“Do all things without murmurings and disputings:”3 John 1:11“Beloved, follow not that which is evil, but that which is good. He that doeth good is of God: but he that doeth evil hath not seen God.”Hebrews 12:14“Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:”1 Peter 3:11“Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it.”Acts 16:28“But Paul cried with a loud voice, saying, Do thyself no harm: for we are all here.”Ephesians 5:15“See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise,”1 Peter 2:22“Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth:”Romans 12:9“Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.”Proverbs 24:29“Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me: I will render to the man according to his work.”
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