John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Romans 12:20
Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him ,.... These words are taken from Proverbs 25:21 , and to be understood, as a Jewish F15 Jarchi in Prov. xxv. 21. writer observes, כמשמעו , according to "their literal sense"; though some of the Rabbins explain them in an allegorical way, of the corruption of nature. The Alexandrian copy and some others, and the Vulgate Latin version, reads "but if"; so far should the saints be from meditating revenge upon their enemies, that they should do... read more
William Barclay's Daily Study Bible - Romans 12:14-21
12:14-21 Bless those who persecute you; bless them and do not curse them. Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with one another. Keep your thoughts from pride; and never refuse to be associated with humble people. Don't become conceitedly wise in your own estimation. Never return evil for evil. Take thought to make your conduct fair for all to see. If it is possible, as far as you can, live at peace with all men. Beloved, do not seek to revenge... read more