Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Romans 12:20 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Romans 12:20 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Romans chapter 12 verse 20 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.”
Romans 12:20 (KJV)
Commentary on Romans 12:20
Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. Paul goes beyond passive non-retaliation to active enemy-love, quoting Proverbs 25:21-22. If thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink—meet your enemy's basic needs with practical generosity. The Greek word echthros (enemy) denotes personal antagonism, not mere strangers. Paul commands kindness toward those who actively oppose you, echoing Jesus: 'Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you' (Luke 6:27). This is cruciform ethics: Christ fed ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Romans 12:20
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“give him food to eat. If he is thirsty”
“love your enemies”
“You shall not strike them: would you strike those whom you have taken captive with your sword and with your bow? set bread and water before them”
“when David had made an end of speaking these words to Saul”
“I have sinned: return”
“as a seal on your arm; for love is strong as death. Jealousy is as cruel as Sheol. Its flashes are flashes of fire”
“into miry pits”
“with coals of juniper.”