Romans 12:20
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.”
World English Bible (Public Domain)
In context
Before · Romans 12:18–19
18If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men. 19Don’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.”
20Therefore “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.”
After · Romans 12:21
21Don’t be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
Notes and cross references in the WEB
- Cross referenceProverbs 25:21-22