When faced with injustice or betrayal, the temptation to seek revenge can be overwhelming. However, the Bible offers profound wisdom on this subject, urging us to refrain from retaliating and instead, seek peace and forgiveness. Scriptures remind us that vengeance belongs to God and that true strength lies in our ability to overcome evil with good.
In this collection, we explore 30 powerful Bible verses that address the concept of revenge. These verses not only provide guidance for personal conduct but also emphasize the importance of trusting in divine justice. By reflecting on these teachings, we can cultivate a spirit of love and compassion rather than one of bitterness and resentment.
Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, Vengeance is Mine, I will repay, says the Lord.
Vengeance is Mine, and recompense; Their foot shall slip in due time; For the day of their calamity is at hand, And the things to come hasten upon them.
Do not say, I will recompense evil; Wait for the LORD, and He will save you.
You have heard that it was said, An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth. But I tell you not to resist an evil person.
See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good both for yourselves and for all.
You shall not take vengeance, nor bear any grudge against the children of your people, but you shall love your neighbor as yourself: I am the LORD.
Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
Do not say, I will do to him just as he has done to me; I will render to the man according to his work.
For we know Him who said, Vengeance is Mine, I will repay, says the Lord. And again, The LORD will judge His people.
But I say to you who hear: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, and pray for those who spitefully use you.
Be angry, and do not sin: do not let the sun go down on your wrath, nor give place to the devil.
Whoever rewards evil for good, Evil will not depart from his house.
For the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God.
O LORD God, to whom vengeance belongs— O God, to whom vengeance belongs, shine forth!
You have heard that it was said, You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy. But I say to you, Love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you.
But he who does wrong will be repaid for his wrong, and there is no partiality.
No grave trouble will overtake the righteous, But the wicked shall be filled with evil.
For the day of vengeance is in My heart, And the year of My redeemed has come.
Not returning evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary blessing, knowing that you were called to this, that you may inherit a blessing.
Cease from anger, and forsake wrath; Do not fret—it only causes harm.
But why do you judge your brother? Or why do you show contempt for your brother? For we shall all stand before the judgment seat of Christ.
I will bear the indignation of the LORD Because I have sinned against Him, Until He pleads my case And executes justice for me; He will bring me forth to the light; I will see His righteousness.
The highway of the upright is to depart from evil; He who keeps his way preserves his soul.
He does not deal with us according to our sins, nor repay us according to our iniquities.
Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.
And I will repay Babylon and all the inhabitants of Chaldea for all the evil they have done in Zion, says the LORD.
To proclaim the acceptable year of the LORD, and the day of vengeance of our God; To comfort all who mourn.
Whoever is a partner with a thief hates his own life; He swears to tell the truth, but reveals nothing.
Do not fret because of evildoers, Nor be envious of the workers of iniquity.
And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.
Famous and Strong Quotes about revenge
Quoth the Raven, 'Nevermore.' Revenge is a dish best served cold.
Beware that, when fighting monsters, you yourself do not become a monster.
Revenge is a kind of wild justice.
An eye for an eye only ends up making the whole world blind.
To be a Christian means to forgive the inexcusable because God has forgiven the inexcusable in you.
Seeking Forgiveness Instead of Revenge
Dear Heavenly Father,
In moments when hurt and pain cloud our hearts, we often feel the urge to seek revenge on those who have wronged us. Lord, we ask for Your strength to overcome this temptation. Help us to remember Your teachings of love and forgiveness. Remind us that vengeance belongs to You, and that true healing comes from letting go.
Guide us to respond with compassion rather than retaliation. May Your grace fill our hearts so we can forgive others as You have forgiven us. Help us to find peace in aligning our actions with Your will, showing kindness to those who hurt us.
Lord, replace our desire for vengeance with an understanding of Your justice. Teach us to trust in Your providence, knowing that You see all things and will address every wrong in Your perfect timing.
We thank You for Your unending love and mercy. May we be vessels of Your forgiveness in a world that craves retribution.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.