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1 Thessalonians 5:15 — See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that…

“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 · KJV

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The verses around 1 Thessalonians 5:15.

13And to esteem them very highly in love for their work’s sake. And be at peace among yourselves.

14Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men.

15See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men.

16Rejoice evermore.

17Pray without ceasing.

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Verse explanation

Paul asks that no one repay evil with evil, but that they always pursue what is good, both among fellow Christians and with anyone else.

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1 Thessalonians 5:15 in other versions

The same verse in the 4 Bible versions we have on the site.

  • KJV · King James

    See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men.

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  • ARC · Almeida 1911Português

    Vêde que ninguem dê a outrem mal por mal, mas segui sempre o bem, assim uns para com os outros, como para com todos.

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  • BLIVRE · Bíblia LivrePortuguês

    Tende cuidado para que ninguém retribua o mal com o mal, mas sempre segui o bem, tanto uns com os outros, como com todos.

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  • VBL · Versión Biblia LibreEspañol

    Asegúrense de que ninguno de ustedes pague mal por mal, sino traten siempre de hacer el bien unos a otros.

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