Romans 12:19

Hebrew Bible Modern 1977

אל תנקמו נקם ידידי כי אם תנו מקום לרגז כי כתוב לי נקם ושלם אמר יהוה:

What Does This Mean?

Romans 12:19 tells us not to take revenge on others for wrongs done to us, but instead leave the issue with God, who promises to deal out justice in His time.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who took your favorite toy without asking. Instead of getting angry or taking something from them, the verse tells us to let grown-ups (like God) handle it because they can make things fair better than we can.

Historical Background

This verse was written by Paul in his letter to the Romans around A.D. 57-58. He is addressing a community of believers struggling with how to live righteously amidst conflict, reminding them of God's promise to handle justice.

Living It Out Today

Consider if someone spreads rumors about you at work. Instead of retaliating or gossiping back, the verse encourages trusting that God will ensure fairness and resolution in His own way.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it ever okay to seek personal revenge?

The verse strongly discourages taking personal revenge. Instead, it encourages us to trust that God will handle justice in His perfect timing and way.

How can we avoid feeling like victims when others wrong us?

By remembering Romans 12:19, we can focus on leaving the situation with God. This shifts our mindset from being a victim to trusting in divine justice.

What does 'give place unto wrath' mean?

'Give place unto wrath' means allowing space for your feelings of anger without acting on them, letting God's will and timing take precedence.

Why is it important to leave vengeance to God?

Leaving vengeance to God ensures that justice is handled with perfect wisdom and fairness, aligning our actions with divine principles rather than human emotions.

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