Romanos 12:15-18 RVA

The Pulpit Commentary - Romans 12:18-21

If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men. Avenge not yourselves, beloved, but give place unto wrath . The thought in Romans 12:19 seems to follow from what precedes. It may sometimes be impossible to he at peace with all; but at any rate, do not increase bitterness by avenging yourselves. Give place unto wrath ( τῇ ὀργῇ ) , has been taken by some to mean that we are to give scope to the wrath of our enemy, instead of being exasperated to resist... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Romans 12:15

Rejoice with them ... - This command grows out of the doctrine stated in Romans 12:4-5, that the church is one; that it has one interest; and therefore that there should be common sympathy in its joys and sorrows. Or, enter into the welfare of your fellow-Christians, and show your attachment to them by rejoicing that they are made happy; compare 1 Corinthians 12:26, “And whether .... one member be honored, all the members rejoice with it.” In this way happiness diffuses and multiplies itself.... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Romans 12:16

Be of the same mind ... - This passage has been variously interpreted. “Enter into each other’s circumstances, in order to see how you would yourself feel.” Chrysostom. “Be agreed in your opinions and views.” Stuart. “Be united or agreed with each other.” Flatt; compare Philippians 2:2; 2 Corinthians 13:11. A literal translation of the Greek will give somewhat a different sense, but one evidently correct. “Think of, that is, regard, or seek after the same thing for each other; that is, what you... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Romans 12:17

Recompense - Render, give, or return; see the note at Matthew 5:39. This is probably one of the most difficult precepts of Christianity; but the law of Christ on the subject is unyielding. It is a solemn demand made on all his followers, and it “must” be obeyed.Provide - The word rendered “provide” means properly to “think” or “meditate beforehand.” Make it a matter of “previous thought,” of “settled plan,” of “design.” This direction would make it a matter of “principle” and fixed purpose to... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Romans 12:18

If it be possible - If it can be done. This expression implies that it could not always be done. Still it should be an object of desire; and we should endeavor to obtain it.As much as lieth in you - This implies two things:(1) We are to do our utmost endeavors to preserve peace, and to appease the anger and malice of others.(2) We are not to “begin” or to “originate” a quarrel.So far as “we” are concerned, we are to seek peace. But then it does not always depend on us. Others may oppose and... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Romans 12:12-18

Romans 12:12-18 . Rejoicing in hope Of perfect holiness and everlasting happiness; or of the glory of God; (Romans 5:2;) and of eternal life, Titus 1:2; patient in tribulation To which you may be exposed for the cause of Christ, or in whatever you may be called to suffer, according to the wise disposals of God’s gracious providence; continuing instant in prayer That you may stand firm in the faith, and have a seasonable deliverance from your trouble. Distributing to the necessities... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Romans 12:1-21

12:1-15:13 CHRISTIAN FAITH IN PRACTICEResponsibilities and relationships (12:1-21)For eleven chapters Paul has been explaining what God in his mercy has done, and will yet do, for repentant sinners. Now he reminds those who have experienced this mercy that the most fitting act of worship by which they can show their thanks is to offer themselves as living sacrifices to God. No longer are they to think and act like non-Christians. Their minds must be changed so that they see issues from a... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Romans 12:15

Rejoice . Compare 1 Corinthians 12:26 . read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Romans 12:16

Be . . . mind . i.e. Be in brotherly sympathy with. mind . Greek. phroneo. See Romans 8:5 . toward . App-104 . high things. Compare Romans 12:3 . condescend = literally be carried away with. Greek. sunapagomai. Only here, Galatians 1:2 , Gal 1:13 . 2 Peter 3:17 . men . . . estate = the lowly (ones). Be . . . conceits . Proverbs 3:7 . Be = Become. wise = prudent. Greek. phronimos . Occurance: Romans 11:25 . read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Romans 12:17

no man = no one. Greek. medeis. evil . App-128 . for . App-104 . Provide = Take thought beforehand. Greek. pronoeo. Only here, 2 Corinthians 8:21 . 1 Timothy 5:8 . See Proverbs 3:4 (Septuagint) honest = good or beautiful. Greek. kalos. Occurs 102 times, generally rendered "good". Compare Luke 8:15 . 2Co 8:21 ; 2 Corinthians 13:7 . James 2:7 . 1 Peter 2:12 . men . App-123 . read more

The Pulpit Commentary - Romans 12:18-21

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Romans 12:15

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Romans 12:16

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Romans 12:17

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Romans 12:18

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Romans 12:12-18

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Romans 12:1-21

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Romans 12:15

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Romans 12:16

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Romans 12:17

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