The Law of Love
Romans 14:19
In 9 translations
- BSB
- So then, let us pursue what leads to peace and to mutual edification.
- KJV
- Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another.
- WEB
- So then, let’s follow after things which make for peace, and things by which we may build one another up.
- ASV
- So then let us follow after things which make for peace, and things whereby we may edify one another.
- LSV
- So, then, may we pursue the things of peace, and the things of building up one another.
- YLT
- So, then, the things of peace may we pursue, and the things of building up one another;
- DBY
- So then let us pursue the things which tend to peace, and things whereby one shall build up another.
- DRC
- Therefore let us follow after the things that are of peace; and keep the things that are of edification one towards another.
- GNV
- Let vs then follow those things which concerne peace, and wherewith one may edifie another.
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Words in brackets are English the glossers added; the Greek has no word for them, and they can carry a choice of tense or meaning.
Original-language editions
- SBLGNT
- ἄρα οὖν τὰ τῆς εἰρήνης διώκωμεν καὶ τὰ τῆς οἰκοδομῆς τῆς εἰς ἀλλήλους.
- RP2018
- Ἄρα οὖν τὰ τῆς εἰρήνης διώκωμεν, καὶ τὰ τῆς οἰκοδομῆς τῆς εἰς ἀλλήλους.
- TR-Boyd
- Ἄρα οὖν τὰ τῆς εἰρήνης διώκωμεν, καὶ τὰ τῆς οἰκοδομῆς τῆς εἰς ἀλλήλους.
- SCR1894
- αρα ουν τα της ειρηνης διωκωμεν και τα της οικοδομης της εις αλληλους
In the reference works topics that cite this verse
From public-domain Bible dictionaries and topical indexes (1884–1915).
Cross-references most cited first
- Ephesians 4:29Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen.
- Romans 12:18If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone.
- Psalms 34:14Turn away from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.
- Romans 15:2Each of us should please his neighbor for his good, to build him up.
- Hebrews 12:14Pursue peace with everyone, as well as holiness, without which no one will see the Lord.
- 1 Thessalonians 5:11–12Therefore encourage and build one another up, just as you are already doing. But we ask you, brothers, to acknowledge those who work diligently among you, who preside over you in the Lord and give you instruction.
- Colossians 3:12–15Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Bear with one another and forgive any complaint you may have against someone…
- 2 Corinthians 13:11Finally, brothers, rejoice! Aim for perfect harmony, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.
- Matthew 5:9Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.
- Mark 9:50Salt is good, but if the salt loses its saltiness, with what will you season it? Have salt among yourselves, and be at peace with one another.”
- Philippians 2:1–4Therefore if you have any encouragement in Christ, if any comfort from His love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any affection and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love,…
- 1 Corinthians 14:26What then shall we say, brothers? When you come together, everyone has a psalm or a teaching, a revelation, a tongue, or an interpretation. All of these must be done to build up the church.
- James 3:13–18Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good conduct, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast in…
- 1 Peter 3:11He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it.
- 1 Corinthians 10:33as I also try to please everyone in all I do. For I am not seeking my own good, but the good of many, that they may be saved.
- Ephesians 4:3–7and with diligence to preserve the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God…
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