Verse 4
Romans 13:4
Noah Webster Bible
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For he is the minister of God (Elohim) to thee for good. But if thou doest that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God (Elohim), an avenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil.
Original Language Text
greek
θεοῦ γὰρ διάκονός ἐστιν σοὶ εἰς τὸ ἀγαθόν. ἐὰν δὲ τὸ κακὸν ποιῇς, φοβοῦ· οὐ γὰρ εἰκῇ τὴν μάχαιραν φορεῖ· θεοῦ γὰρ διάκονός ἐστιν, ἔκδικος εἰς ὀργὴν τῷ τὸ κακὸν πράσσοντι.
English Translation
For he is God's servant for your good. But if you do what is evil, fear; for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is God's servant, an avenger to execute wrath on the one who does evil.
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Chapter 13 Context
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