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Colossians 3:25

Whoever does wrong will be repaid for his wrong, and there is no favoritism.

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ASV

For he that doeth wrong shall receive again for the wrong that he hath done: and there is no respect of persons.

KJV

But he that doeth wrong shall receive for the wrong which he hath done: and there is no respect of persons.

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OriginalTransliterationMeaningWord study
ὁhoThe [one]G3588 →
γὰρgarforG1063 →
ἀδικῶνadikōndoing wrongG91 →
κομίσεταιkomisetaihe will be repaidG2865 →
ὃho[for] whatG3739 →
ἠδίκησενēdikēsenhe has done wrongG91 →
καὶkaiandG2532 →
οὐκouknotG3756 →
ἔστινestinthere isG1510 →
προσωπολημψία.¶prosōpolēmpsiapartiality.G4382 →

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Acts 10:34Then Peter began to speak: “I now truly understand that God does not show favoritism,Romans 2:11For God does not show favoritism.2 Corinthians 5:10For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive his due for the things done in the body, whether good or bad.2 Thessalonians 1:6After all, it is only right for God to repay with affliction those who afflict you,Deuteronomy 10:17For the LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great, mighty, and awesome God, showing no partiality and accepting no bribe.1 Thessalonians 4:6and no one should ever violate or exploit his brother in this regard, because the Lord will avenge all such acts, as we have already told you and solemnly warned you.Ephesians 6:9And masters, do the same for your slaves. Give up your use of threats, because you know that He who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no favoritism with Him.1 Peter 1:17Since you call on a Father who judges each one’s work impartially, conduct yourselves in reverent fear during your stay as foreigners.2 Chronicles 19:7And now, may the fear of the LORD be upon you. Be careful what you do, for with the LORD our God there is no injustice or partiality or bribery.”Hebrews 2:2For if the message spoken by angels was binding, and every transgression and disobedience received its just punishment,Colossians 4:1Masters, supply your slaves with what is right and fair, since you know that you also have a Master in heaven.Leviticus 19:15You must not pervert justice; you must not show partiality to the poor or favoritism to the rich; you are to judge your neighbor fairly.Luke 20:21“Teacher,” they inquired, “we know that You speak and teach correctly. You show no partiality, but teach the way of God in accordance with the truth.2 Samuel 14:14For surely we will die and be like water poured out on the ground, which cannot be recovered. Yet God does not take away a life; but He devises ways that the banished one may not be cast out from Him.1 Corinthians 6:7–8The very fact that you have lawsuits among you means that you are thoroughly defeated already. Why not rather be wronged? Why not rather be cheated?Job 37:24Therefore, men fear Him, for He is not partial to the wise in heart.”Deuteronomy 1:17Show no partiality in judging; hear both small and great alike. Do not be intimidated by anyone, for judgment belongs to God. And bring to me any case too difficult for you, and I will hear it.”Job 34:19who is not partial to princes and does not favor rich over poor? For they are all the work of His hands.

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The Word Made Flesh — Gustave Doré (engraving, public domain)
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