Romans 13:5
Strong's Lexicon
Therefore,
Διὸ (Dio)
Conjunction
Strong's Greek 1352: Wherefore, on which account, therefore. From dia and hos; through which thing, i.e. Consequently.

[it is] necessary
ἀνάγκη (anankē)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's Greek 318: From ana and the base of agkale; constraint; by implication, distress.

to submit [ to authority ],
ὑποτάσσεσθαι (hypotassesthai)
Verb - Present Infinitive Passive
Strong's Greek 5293: From hupo and tasso; to subordinate; reflexively, to obey.

not
οὐ (ou)
Adverb
Strong's Greek 3756: No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.

only
μόνον (monon)
Adverb
Strong's Greek 3440: Alone, but, only. Neuter of monos as adverb; merely.

to avoid
διὰ (dia)
Preposition
Strong's Greek 1223: A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through.

punishment,
ὀργὴν (orgēn)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's Greek 3709: From oregomai; properly, desire, i.e., violent passion (justifiable) abhorrence); by implication punishment.

but
ἀλλὰ (alla)
Conjunction
Strong's Greek 235: But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise.

also
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's Greek 2532: And, even, also, namely.

as a matter of
διὰ (dia)
Preposition
Strong's Greek 1223: A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through.

conscience.
συνείδησιν (syneidēsin)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's Greek 4893: The conscience, a persisting notion. From a prolonged form of suneido; co-perception, i.e. Moral consciousness.

Parallel Strong's
Berean Study Bible
Therefore it is necessary to submit to authority, not only to avoid punishment, but also as a matter of conscience.

Young's Literal Translation
Wherefore it is necessary to be subject, not only because of the wrath, but also because of the conscience,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Therefore, you must submit, not only because of wrath, but also because of your conscience.

New American Standard Bible
Therefore it is necessary to be in subjection, not only because of wrath, but also for conscience' sake.

King James Bible
Wherefore [ye] must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.
Parallel Verses
New International Version
Therefore, it is necessary to submit to the authorities, not only because of possible punishment but also as a matter of conscience.

New Living Translation
So you must submit to them, not only to avoid punishment, but also to keep a clear conscience.

English Standard Version
Therefore one must be in subjection, not only to avoid God’s wrath but also for the sake of conscience.

New American Standard Bible
Therefore it is necessary to be in subjection, not only because of wrath, but also for conscience' sake.

King James Bible
Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Therefore, you must submit, not only because of wrath, but also because of your conscience.

International Standard Version
Therefore, it is necessary for you to be acquiescent to the authorities, not only for the sake of God's punishment, but also for the sake of your own conscience.

NET Bible
Therefore it is necessary to be in subjection, not only because of the wrath of the authorities but also because of your conscience.

American Standard Version
Wherefore ye must needs be in subjection, not only because of the wrath, but also for conscience'sake.

English Revised Version
Wherefore ye must needs be in subjection, not only because of the wrath, but also for conscience sake.

Young's Literal Translation
Wherefore it is necessary to be subject, not only because of the wrath, but also because of the conscience,
















Cross References
Ecclesiastes 8:1
Who is as the wise man? and who knoweth the interpretation of a thing? a man's wisdom maketh his face to shine, and the boldness of his face shall be changed.

Romans 13:6
For for this cause pay ye tribute also: for they are God's ministers, attending continually upon this very thing.

1 Peter 2:13
Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;

1 Peter 2:19
For this is thankworthy, if a man for conscience toward God endure grief, suffering wrongfully.

Romans 1:1
Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated unto the gospel of God,

Romans 13:4
For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil.

Romans 13:3
For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same:

Romans 13:2
Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation.

Romans 13:7
Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honour to whom honour.

Romans 13:8
Owe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law.
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