Verses Related to the Topic of Loving Your Enemy

Proverbs 24:17

KJV

Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

ASV

Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, And let not thy heart be glad when he is overthrown;

WEB

Don't rejoice when your enemy falls. Don't let your heart be glad when he is overthrown;

1 John 4:11

KJV

Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.

ASV

Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.

WEB

Beloved, if God loved us in this way, we also ought to love one another.

John 15:13

KJV

Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.

ASV

Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.

WEB

Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.

Psalm 40:10

KJV

I have not hid thy righteousness within my heart; I have declared thy faithfulness and thy salvation: I have not concealed thy lovingkindness and thy truth from the great congregation.

ASV

I have not hid thy righteousness within my heart; I have declared thy faithfulness and thy salvation; I have not concealed thy lovingkindness and thy truth from the great assembly.

WEB

I have not hidden your righteousness within my heart. I have declared your faithfulness and your salvation. I have not concealed your loving kindness and your truth from the great assembly.

2 Timothy 2:22

KJV

Flee also youthful lusts: but follow righteousness, faith, charity, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart.

ASV

But flee youthful lusts, and follow after righteousness, faith, love, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart.

WEB

Flee from youthful lusts; but pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.

Matthew 6:33

KJV

But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

ASV

But seek ye first his kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

WEB

But seek first God's Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well.

Jeremiah 23:6

KJV

In his days Judah shall be saved, and Israel shall dwell safely: and this [is] his name whereby he shall be called, THE LORD OUR RIGHTEOUSNESS.

ASV

In his days Judah shall be saved, and Israel shall dwell safely; and this is his name whereby he shall be called: Jehovah our righteousness.

WEB

In his days Judah shall be saved, and Israel shall dwell safely; and this is his name by which he shall be called: Yahweh our righteousness.

1 Peter 4:8

KJV

And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins.

ASV

above all things being fervent in your love among yourselves; for love covereth a multitude of sins:

WEB

And above all things be earnest in your love among yourselves, for love covers a multitude of sins.

1 Peter 2:24

KJV

Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.

ASV

who his own self bare our sins in his body upon the tree, that we, having died unto sins, might live unto righteousness; by whose stripes ye were healed.

WEB

who his own self bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we, having died to sins, might live to righteousness; by whose stripes you were healed.

Proverbs 21:21

KJV

He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and honour.

ASV

He that followeth after righteousness and kindness Findeth life, righteousness, and honor.

WEB

He who follows after righteousness and kindness finds life, righteousness, and honor.

Romans 5:8

KJV

But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

ASV

But God commendeth his own love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

WEB

But God commends his own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

Jeremiah 9:24

KJV

But let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, that I [am] the LORD which exercise lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these [things] I delight, saith the LORD.

ASV

but let him that glorieth glory in this, that he hath understanding, and knoweth me, that I am Jehovah who exerciseth lovingkindness, justice, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these things I delight, saith Jehovah.

WEB

but let him who glories glory in this, that he has understanding, and knows me, that I am Yahweh who exercises loving kindness, justice, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these things I delight, says Yahweh.

Luke 6:35

KJV

But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and [to] the evil.

ASV

But love your enemies, and do [them] good, and lend, never despairing; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be sons of the Most High: for he is kind toward the unthankful and evil.

WEB

But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing back; and your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High; for he is kind toward the unthankful and evil.

Proverbs 10:2

KJV

Treasures of wickedness profit nothing: but righteousness delivereth from death.

ASV

Treasures of wickedness profit nothing; But righteousness delivereth from death.

WEB

Treasures of wickedness profit nothing, but righteousness delivers from death.

James 3:18

KJV

And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace of them that make peace.

ASV

And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace for them that make peace.

WEB

Now the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.

Romans 12:14

KJV

Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.

ASV

Bless them that persecute you; bless, and curse not.

WEB

Bless those who persecute you; bless, and don't curse.

Ephesians 4:32

KJV

And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.

ASV

and be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, even as God also in Christ forgave you.

WEB

And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you.

Ephesians 4:31

KJV

Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice:

ASV

Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamor, and railing, be put away from you, with all malice:

WEB

Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander, be put away from you, with all malice.

Matthew 25:46

KJV

And these shall go away into everlasting punishment: but the righteous into life eternal.

ASV

And these shall go away into eternal punishment: but the righteous into eternal life.

WEB

These will go away into eternal punishment, but the righteous into eternal life."

Romans 12:17

KJV

Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

ASV

Render to no man evil for evil. Take thought for things honorable in the sight of all men.

WEB

Repay no one evil for evil. Respect what is honorable in the sight of all men.

Psalm 15:2

KJV

He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart.

ASV

He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, And speaketh truth in his heart;

WEB

He who walks blamelessly does what is right, and speaks truth in his heart;

Isaiah 26:9

KJV

With my soul have I desired thee in the night; yea, with my spirit within me will I seek thee early: for when thy judgments [are] in the earth, the inhabitants of the world will learn righteousness.

ASV

With my soul have I desired thee in the night; yea, with my spirit within me will I seek thee earnestly: for when thy judgments are in the earth, the inhabitants of the world learn righteousness.

WEB

With my soul have I desired you in the night. Yes, with my spirit within me will I seek you earnestly; for when your judgments are in the earth, the inhabitants of the world learn righteousness.

Psalm 37:6

KJV

And he shall bring forth thy righteousness as the light, and thy judgment as the noonday.

ASV

And he will make thy righteousness to go forth as the light, And thy justice as the noon-day.

WEB

he will make your righteousness go forth as the light, and your justice as the noon day sun.

1 Timothy 6:11

KJV

But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness.

ASV

But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness.

WEB

But you, man of God, flee these things, and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, and gentleness.

Romans 8:10

KJV

And if Christ [be] in you, the body [is] dead because of sin; but the Spirit [is] life because of righteousness.

ASV

And if Christ is in you, the body is dead because of sin; but the spirit is life because of righteousness.

WEB

If Christ is in you, the body is dead because of sin, but the spirit is alive because of righteousness.

Proverbs 16:8

KJV

Better [is] a little with righteousness than great revenues without right.

ASV

Better is a little, with righteousness, Than great revenues with injustice.

WEB

Better is a little with righteousness, than great revenues with injustice.

Romans 3:26

KJV

To declare, [I say], at this time his righteousness: that he might be just, and the justifier of him which believeth in Jesus.

ASV

for the showing, [I say], of his righteousness at this present season: that he might himself be just, and the justifier of him that hath faith in Jesus.

WEB

to demonstrate his righteousness at this present time; that he might himself be just, and the justifier of him who has faith in Jesus.

Ephesians 5:1

KJV

Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children;

ASV

Be ye therefore imitators of God, as beloved children;

WEB

Be therefore imitators of God, as beloved children.

Lamentations 3:30

KJV

He giveth [his] cheek to him that smiteth him: he is filled full with reproach.

ASV

Let him give his cheek to him that smiteth him; let him be filled full with reproach.

WEB

Let him give his cheek to him who strikes him; let him be filled full with reproach.

Romans 3:22

KJV

Even the righteousness of God [which is] by faith of Jesus Christ unto all and upon all them that believe: for there is no difference:

ASV

even the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ unto all them that believe; for there is no distinction;

WEB

even the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ to all and on all those who believe. For there is no distinction,

Psalm 1:6

KJV

For the LORD knoweth the way of the righteous: but the way of the ungodly shall perish.

ASV

For Jehovah knoweth the way of the righteous; But the way of the wicked shall perish.

WEB

For Yahweh knows the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked shall perish.

Ephesians 4:26

KJV

Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath:

ASV

Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath:

WEB

"Be angry, and don't sin." Don't let the sun go down on your wrath,

Proverbs 21:3

KJV

To do justice and judgment [is] more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.

ASV

To do righteousness and justice Is more acceptable to Jehovah than sacrifice.

WEB

To do righteousness and justice is more acceptable to Yahweh than sacrifice.

James 2:8

KJV

If ye fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself, ye do well:

ASV

Howbeit if ye fulfil the royal law, according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself, ye do well:

WEB

However, if you fulfill the royal law, according to the Scripture, "You shall love your neighbor as yourself," you do well.

Titus 3:2

KJV

To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, [but] gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.

ASV

to speak evil of no man, not to be contentious, to be gentle, showing all meekness toward all men.

WEB

to speak evil of no one, not to be contentious, to be gentle, showing all humility toward all men.

Acts 10:35

KJV

But in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteousness, is accepted with him.

ASV

but in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteousness, is acceptable to him.

WEB

but in every nation he who fears him and works righteousness is acceptable to him.

Matthew 5:46

KJV

For if ye love them which love you, what reward have ye? do not even the publicans the same?

ASV

For if ye love them that love you, what reward have ye? do not even the publicans the same?

WEB

For if you love those who love you, what reward do you have? Don't even the tax collectors do the same?

Deuteronomy 6:25

KJV

And it shall be our righteousness, if we observe to do all these commandments before the LORD our God, as he hath commanded us.

ASV

And it shall be righteousness unto us, if we observe to do all this commandment before Jehovah our God, as he hath commanded us.

WEB

It shall be righteousness to us, if we observe to do all this commandment before Yahweh our God, as he has commanded us."

Galatians 2:21

KJV

I do not frustrate the grace of God: for if righteousness [come] by the law, then Christ is dead in vain.

ASV

I do not make void the grace of God: for if righteousness is through the law, then Christ died for nought.

WEB

I don't make void the grace of God. For if righteousness is through the law, then Christ died for nothing!"

2 Timothy 2:24

KJV

And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all [men], apt to teach, patient,

ASV

And the Lord's servant must not strive, but be gentle towards all, apt to teach, forbearing,

WEB

The Lord's servant must not quarrel, but be gentle towards all, able to teach, patient,

Psalm 118:19

KJV

Open to me the gates of righteousness: I will go into them, [and] I will praise the LORD:

ASV

Open to me the gates of righteousness: I will enter into them, I will give thanks unto Jehovah.

WEB

Open to me the gates of righteousness. I will enter into them. I will give thanks to Yah.

Ecclesiastes 7:9

KJV

Be not hasty in thy spirit to be angry: for anger resteth in the bosom of fools.

ASV

Be not hasty in thy spirit to be angry; for anger resteth in the bosom of fools.

WEB

Don't be hasty in your spirit to be angry, for anger rests in the bosom of fools.

Romans 4:3

KJV

For what saith the scripture? Abraham believed God, and it was counted unto him for righteousness.

ASV

For what saith the scripture? And Abraham believed God, and it was reckoned unto him for righteousness.

WEB

For what does the Scripture say? "Abraham believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousness."

2 Chronicles 6:23

KJV

Then hear thou from heaven, and do, and judge thy servants, by requiting the wicked, by recompensing his way upon his own head; and by justifying the righteous, by giving him according to his righteousness.

ASV

then hear thou from heaven, and do, and judge thy servants, requiting the wicked, to bring his way upon his own head; and justifying the righteous, to give him according to his righteousness.

WEB

then hear from heaven, and do, and judge your servants, bringing retribution to the wicked, to bring his way on his own head; and justifying the righteous, to give him according to his righteousness.

Colossians 3:14

KJV

And above all these things [put on] charity, which is the bond of perfectness.

ASV

and above all these things [put on] love, which is the bond of perfectness.

WEB

Above all these things, walk in love, which is the bond of perfection.

Isaiah 51:6

KJV

Lift up your eyes to the heavens, and look upon the earth beneath: for the heavens shall vanish away like smoke, and the earth shall wax old like a garment, and they that dwell therein shall die in like manner: but my salvation shall be for ever, and my righteousness shall not be abolished.

ASV

Lift up your eyes to the heavens, and look upon the earth beneath; for the heavens shall vanish away like smoke, and the earth shall wax old like a garment; and they that dwell therein shall die in like manner: but my salvation shall be for ever, and my righteousness shall not be abolished.

WEB

Lift up your eyes to the heavens, and look on the earth beneath; for the heavens shall vanish away like smoke, and the earth shall wax old like a garment; and those who dwell therein shall die in the same way: but my salvation shall be forever, and my righteousness shall not be abolished.

Romans 13:10

KJV

Love worketh no ill to his neighbour: therefore love [is] the fulfilling of the law.

ASV

Love worketh no ill to his neighbor: love therefore is the fulfilment of the law.

WEB

Love doesn't harm a neighbor. Love therefore is the fulfillment of the law.

2 Kings 6:22

KJV

And he answered, Thou shalt not smite [them]: wouldest thou smite those whom thou hast taken captive with thy sword and with thy bow? set bread and water before them, that they may eat and drink, and go to their master.

ASV

And he answered, Thou shalt not smite them: wouldest thou smite those whom thou hast taken captive with thy sword and with thy bow? set bread and water before them, that they may eat and drink, and go to their master.

WEB

He answered, "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, that they may eat and drink, and go to their master."

Acts 7:60

KJV

And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And when he had said this, he fell asleep.

ASV

And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And when he had said this, he fell asleep.

WEB

He kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, "Lord, don't hold this sin against them!" When he had said this, he fell asleep.

Mark 12:31

KJV

And the second [is] like, [namely] this, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. There is none other commandment greater than these.

ASV

The second is this, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. There is none other commandment greater than these.

WEB

The second is like this, 'You shall love your neighbor as yourself.' There is no other commandment greater than these."

Proverbs 25:21

KJV

If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

ASV

If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; And if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

WEB

If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat. If he is thirsty, give him water to drink:

Galatians 5:22

KJV

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,

ASV

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,

WEB

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith,

Ecclesiastes 7:20

KJV

For [there is] not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not.

ASV

Surely there is not a righteous man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not.

WEB

Surely there is not a righteous man on earth, who does good and doesn't sin.

Proverbs 15:1

KJV

A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

ASV

A soft answer turneth away wrath; But a grievous word stirreth up anger.

WEB

A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.

Colossians 3:12

KJV

Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;

ASV

Put on therefore, as God's elect, holy and beloved, a heart of compassion, kindness, lowliness, meekness, longsuffering;

WEB

Put on therefore, as God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, a heart of compassion, kindness, lowliness, humility, and perseverance;

Job 31:30

KJV

Neither have I suffered my mouth to sin by wishing a curse to his soul.

ASV

(Yea, I have not suffered my mouth to sin By asking his life with a curse);

WEB

(yes, I have not allowed my mouth to sin by asking his life with a curse);

James 3:17

KJV

But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.

ASV

But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, easy to be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without variance, without hypocrisy.

WEB

But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceful, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.

Psalm 98:2

KJV

The LORD hath made known his salvation: his righteousness hath he openly shewed in the sight of the heathen.

ASV

Jehovah hath made known his salvation: His righteousness hath he openly showed in the sight of the nations.

WEB

Yahweh has made known his salvation. He has openly shown his righteousness in the sight of the nations.

Psalm 4:1

KJV

To the chief Musician on Neginoth, A Psalm of David. Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness: thou hast enlarged me [when I was] in distress; have mercy upon me, and hear my prayer.

ASV

[For the Chief Musician; on stringed instruments. A Psalm of David]. Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness; Thou hast set me at large [when I was] in distress: Have mercy upon me, and hear my prayer.

WEB

Answer me when I call, God of my righteousness. Give me relief from my distress. Have mercy on me, and hear my prayer.

Matthew 6:14

KJV

For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:

ASV

For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.

WEB

"For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.

Galatians 6:10

KJV

As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all [men], especially unto them who are of the household of faith.

ASV

So then, as we have opportunity, let us work that which is good toward all men, and especially toward them that are of the household of the faith.

WEB

So then, as we have opportunity, let's do what is good toward all men, and especially toward those who are of the household of the faith.

Genesis 15:6

KJV

And he believed in the LORD; and he counted it to him for righteousness.

ASV

And he believed in Jehovah; and he reckoned it to him for righteousness.

WEB

He believed in Yahweh; and he reckoned it to him for righteousness.

1 John 3:7

KJV

Little children, let no man deceive you: he that doeth righteousness is righteous, even as he is righteous.

ASV

[ My] little children, let no man lead you astray: he that doeth righteousness is righteous, even as he is righteous:

WEB

Little children, let no one lead you astray. He who does righteousness is righteous, even as he is righteous.

James 1:20

KJV

For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.

ASV

for the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.

WEB

for the anger of man doesn't produce the righteousness of God.

Hebrews 12:11

KJV

Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby.

ASV

All chastening seemeth for the present to be not joyous but grievous; yet afterward it yieldeth peaceable fruit unto them that have been exercised thereby, [even the fruit] of righteousness.

WEB

All chastening seems for the present to be not joyous but grievous; yet afterward it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been exercised thereby.

Habakkuk 2:4

KJV

Behold, his soul [which] is lifted up is not upright in him: but the just shall live by his faith.

ASV

Behold, his soul is puffed up, it is not upright in him; but the righteous shall live by his faith.

WEB

Behold, his soul is puffed up. It is not upright in him, but the righteous will live by his faith.

Psalm 106:3

KJV

Blessed [are] they that keep judgment, [and] he that doeth righteousness at all times.

ASV

Blessed are they that keep justice, And he that doeth righteousness at all times.

WEB

Blessed are those who keep justice. Blessed is one who does what is right at all times.

Proverbs 14:34

KJV

Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin [is] a reproach to any people.

ASV

Righteousness exalteth a nation; But sin is a reproach to any people.

WEB

Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people.

Romans 12:21

KJV

Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

ASV

Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

WEB

Don't be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.

Titus 3:5

KJV

Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost;

ASV

not by works [done] in righteousness, which we did ourselves, but according to his mercy he saved us, through the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit,

WEB

not by works of righteousness, which we did ourselves, but according to his mercy, he saved us, through the washing of regeneration and renewing by the Holy Spirit,

Psalm 85:10

KJV

Mercy and truth are met together; righteousness and peace have kissed [each other].

ASV

Mercy and truth are met together; Righteousness and peace have kissed each other.

WEB

Mercy and truth meet together. Righteousness and peace have kissed each other.

Luke 16:15

KJV

And he said unto them, Ye are they which justify yourselves before men; but God knoweth your hearts: for that which is highly esteemed among men is abomination in the sight of God.

ASV

And he said unto them, Ye are they that justify yourselves in the sight of men; but God knoweth your hearts: for that which is exalted among men is an abomination in the sight of God.

WEB

He said to them, "You are those who justify yourselves in the sight of men, but God knows your hearts. For that which is exalted among men is an abomination in the sight of God.

Genesis 50:20

KJV

But as for you, ye thought evil against me; [but] God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as [it is] this day, to save much people alive.

ASV

And as for you, ye meant evil against me; but God meant it for good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive.

WEB

As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save many people alive.

Psalm 96:13

KJV

Before the LORD: for he cometh, for he cometh to judge the earth: he shall judge the world with righteousness, and the people with his truth.

ASV

Before Jehovah; For he cometh, For he cometh to judge the earth: He will judge the world with righteousness, And the peoples with his truth.

WEB

before Yahweh; for he comes, for he comes to judge the earth. He will judge the world with righteousness, the peoples with his truth.

Isaiah 11:5

KJV

And righteousness shall be the girdle of his loins, and faithfulness the girdle of his reins.

ASV

And righteousness shall be the girdle of his waist, and faithfulness the girdle of his loins.

WEB

Righteousness will be the belt of his waist, and faithfulness the belt of his waist.

Proverbs 11:5

KJV

The righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way: but the wicked shall fall by his own wickedness.

ASV

The righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way; But the wicked shall fall by his own wickedness.

WEB

The righteousness of the blameless will direct his way, but the wicked shall fall by his own wickedness.

Galatians 5:5

KJV

For we through the Spirit wait for the hope of righteousness by faith.

ASV

For we through the Spirit by faith wait for the hope of righteousness.

WEB

For we, through the Spirit, by faith wait for the hope of righteousness.

Romans 3:23

KJV

For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;

ASV

for all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God;

WEB

for all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God;

Psalm 45:7

KJV

Thou lovest righteousness, and hatest wickedness: therefore God, thy God, hath anointed thee with the oil of gladness above thy fellows.

ASV

Thou hast loved righteousness, and hated wickedness: Therefore God, thy God, hath anointed thee With the oil of gladness above thy fellows.

WEB

You have loved righteousness, and hated wickedness. Therefore God, your God, has anointed you with the oil of gladness above your fellows.

1 Corinthians 15:34

KJV

Awake to righteousness, and sin not; for some have not the knowledge of God: I speak [this] to your shame.

ASV

Awake to soberness righteously, and sin not; for some have no knowledge of God: I speak [this] to move you to shame.

WEB

Wake up righteously, and don't sin, for some have no knowledge of God. I say this to your shame.

Luke 17:3

KJV

Take heed to yourselves: If thy brother trespass against thee, rebuke him; and if he repent, forgive him.

ASV

Take heed to yourselves: if thy brother sin, rebuke him; and if he repent, forgive him.

WEB

Be careful. If your brother sins against you, rebuke him. If he repents, forgive him.

John 16:8

KJV

And when he is come, he will reprove the world of sin, and of righteousness, and of judgment:

ASV

And he, when he is come, will convict the world in respect of sin, and of righteousness, and of judgment:

WEB

When he has come, he will convict the world about sin, about righteousness, and about judgment;

Proverbs 2:9

KJV

Then shalt thou understand righteousness, and judgment, and equity; [yea], every good path.

ASV

Then shalt thou understand righteousness and justice, And equity, [yea], every good path.

WEB

Then you will understand righteousness and justice, equity and every good path.

Amos 5:24

KJV

But let judgment run down as waters, and righteousness as a mighty stream.

ASV

But let justice roll down as waters, and righteousness as a mighty stream.

WEB

But let justice roll on like rivers, and righteousness like a mighty stream.

Matthew 5:47

KJV

And if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more [than others]? do not even the publicans so?

ASV

And if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more [than others]? do not even the Gentiles the same?

WEB

If you only greet your friends, what more do you do than others? Don't even the tax collectors do the same?

Daniel 9:7

KJV

O Lord, righteousness [belongeth] unto thee, but unto us confusion of faces, as at this day; to the men of Judah, and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, and unto all Israel, [that are] near, and [that are] far off, through all the countries whither thou hast driven them, because of their trespass that they have trespassed against thee.

ASV

O Lord, righteousness belongeth unto thee, but unto us confusion of face, as at this day; to the men of Judah, and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, and unto all Israel, that are near, and that are far off, through all the countries whither thou hast driven them, because of their trespass that they have trespassed against thee.

WEB

Lord, righteousness belongs to you, but to us confusion of face, as at this day; to the men of Judah, and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, and to all Israel, who are near, and who are far off, through all the countries where you have driven them, because of their trespass that they have trespassed against you.

1 John 4:20

KJV

If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen?

ASV

If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, cannot love God whom he hath not seen.

WEB

If a man says, "I love God," and hates his brother, he is a liar; for he who doesn't love his brother whom he has seen, how can he love God whom he has not seen?

Job 31:29

KJV

If I rejoiced at the destruction of him that hated me, or lifted up myself when evil found him:

ASV

If I have rejoiced at the destruction of him that hated me, Or lifted up myself when evil found him;

WEB

"If I have rejoiced at the destruction of him who hated me, or lifted up myself when evil found him;

Luke 6:31

KJV

And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.

ASV

And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.

WEB

"As you would like people to do to you, do exactly so to them.

Romans 1:17

KJV

For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith.

ASV

For therein is revealed a righteousness of God from faith unto faith: as it is written, But the righteous shall live by faith.

WEB

For in it is revealed God's righteousness from faith to faith. As it is written, "But the righteous shall live by faith."

1 John 2:11

KJV

But he that hateth his brother is in darkness, and walketh in darkness, and knoweth not whither he goeth, because that darkness hath blinded his eyes.

ASV

But he that hateth his brother is in the darkness, and walketh in the darkness, and knoweth not whither he goeth, because the darkness hath blinded his eyes.

WEB

But he who hates his brother is in the darkness, and walks in the darkness, and doesn't know where he is going, because the darkness has blinded his eyes.

Exodus 23:5

KJV

If thou see the ass of him that hateth thee lying under his burden, and wouldest forbear to help him, thou shalt surely help with him.

ASV

If thou see the ass of him that hateth thee lying under his burden, thou shalt forbear to leave him, thou shalt surely release [it] with him.

WEB

If you see the donkey of him who hates you fallen down under his burden, don't leave him, you shall surely help him with it.

Hebrews 12:14

KJV

Follow peace with all [men], and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:

ASV

Follow after peace with all men, and the sanctification without which no man shall see the Lord:

WEB

Follow after peace with all men, and the sanctification without which no man will see the Lord,

Psalm 72:1

KJV

[A Psalm] for Solomon. Give the king thy judgments, O God, and thy righteousness unto the king's son.

ASV

[[ A Psalm] of Solomon]. Give the king thy judgments, O God, And thy righteousness unto the king's son.

WEB

God, give the king your justice; your righteousness to the royal son.

Matthew 22:39

KJV

And the second [is] like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

ASV

And a second like [unto it] is this, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself.

WEB

A second likewise is this, 'You shall love your neighbor as yourself.'

2 Corinthians 5:18

KJV

And all things [are] of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation;

ASV

But all things are of God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ, and gave unto us the ministry of reconciliation;

WEB

But all things are of God, who reconciled us to himself through Jesus Christ, and gave to us the ministry of reconciliation;

Ezekiel 33:19

KJV

But if the wicked turn from his wickedness, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall live thereby.

ASV

And when the wicked turneth from his wickedness, and doeth that which is lawful and right, he shall live thereby.

WEB

When the wicked turns from his wickedness, and does that which is lawful and right, he shall live thereby.

Proverbs 13:6

KJV

Righteousness keepeth [him that is] upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner.

ASV

Righteousness guardeth him that is upright in the way; But wickedness overthroweth the sinner.

WEB

Righteousness guards the way of integrity, but wickedness overthrows the sinner.

Zephaniah 2:3

KJV

Seek ye the LORD, all ye meek of the earth, which have wrought his judgment; seek righteousness, seek meekness: it may be ye shall be hid in the day of the LORD'S anger.

ASV

Seek ye Jehovah, all ye meek of the earth, that have kept his ordinances; seek righteousness, seek meekness: it may be ye will be hid in the day of Jehovah's anger.

WEB

Seek Yahweh, all you humble of the land, who have kept his ordinances. Seek righteousness. Seek humility. It may be that you will be hidden in the day of Yahweh's anger.

Psalm 5:8

KJV

Lead me, O LORD, in thy righteousness because of mine enemies; make thy way straight before my face.

ASV

Lead me, O Jehovah, in thy righteousness because of mine enemies; Make thy way straight before my face.

WEB

Lead me, Yahweh, in your righteousness because of my enemies. Make your way straight before my face.

Luke 6:27

KJV

But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

ASV

But I say unto you that hear, Love your enemies, do good to them that hate you,

WEB

"But I tell you who hear: love your enemies, do good to those who hate you,

Romans 12:18

KJV

If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

ASV

If it be possible, as much as in you lieth, be at peace with all men.

WEB

If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men.

1 Samuel 26:23

KJV

The LORD render to every man his righteousness and his faithfulness: for the LORD delivered thee into [my] hand to day, but I would not stretch forth mine hand against the LORD'S anointed.

ASV

And Jehovah will render to every man his righteousness and his faithfulness; forasmuch as Jehovah delivered thee into my hand to-day, and I would not put forth my hand against Jehovah's anointed.

WEB

Yahweh will render to every man his righteousness and his faithfulness; because Yahweh delivered you into my hand today, and I wouldn't put forth my hand against Yahweh's anointed.

Exodus 23:7

KJV

Keep thee far from a false matter; and the innocent and righteous slay thou not: for I will not justify the wicked.

ASV

Keep thee far from a false matter; and the innocent and righteous slay thou not: for I will not justify the wicked.

WEB

"Keep far from a false charge, and don't kill the innocent and righteous: for I will not justify the wicked.

Luke 1:75

KJV

In holiness and righteousness before him, all the days of our life.

ASV

In holiness and righteousness before him all our days.

WEB

In holiness and righteousness before him all the days of our life.

2 Samuel 22:21

KJV

The LORD rewarded me according to my righteousness: according to the cleanness of my hands hath he recompensed me.

ASV

Jehovah rewarded me according to my righteousness; According to the cleanness of my hands hath he recompensed me.

WEB

Yahweh rewarded me according to my righteousness. He rewarded me according to the cleanness of my hands.

Ephesians 4:29

KJV

Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.

ASV

Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth, but such as is good for edifying as the need may be, that it may give grace to them that hear.

WEB

Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth, but such as is good for building up as the need may be, that it may give grace to those who hear.

1 Kings 3:6

KJV

And Solomon said, Thou hast shewed unto thy servant David my father great mercy, according as he walked before thee in truth, and in righteousness, and in uprightness of heart with thee; and thou hast kept for him this great kindness, that thou hast given him a son to sit on his throne, as [it is] this day.

ASV

And Solomon said, Thou hast showed unto thy servant David my father great lovingkindness, according as he walked before thee in truth, and in righteousness, and in uprightness of heart with thee; and thou hast kept for him this great lovingkindness, that thou hast given him a son to sit on his throne, as it is this day.

WEB

Solomon said, "You have shown to your servant David my father great loving kindness, according as he walked before you in truth, and in righteousness, and in uprightness of heart with you. You have kept for him this great loving kindness, that you have given him a son to sit on his throne, as it is this day.

Psalm 94:15

KJV

But judgment shall return unto righteousness: and all the upright in heart shall follow it.

ASV

For judgment shall return unto righteousness; And all the upright in heart shall follow it.

WEB

For judgment will return to righteousness. All the upright in heart shall follow it.

Revelation 19:11

KJV

And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him [was] called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and make war.

ASV

And I saw the heaven opened; and behold, a white horse, and he that sat thereon called Faithful and True; and in righteousness he doth judge and make war.

WEB

I saw the heaven opened, and behold, a white horse, and he who sat on it is called Faithful and True. In righteousness he judges and makes war.

Romans 14:19

KJV

Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another.

ASV

So then let us follow after things which make for peace, and things whereby we may edify one another.

WEB

So then, let us follow after things which make for peace, and things by which we may build one another up.

1 Corinthians 13:7

KJV

Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.

ASV

beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.

WEB

bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.

Matthew 5:9

KJV

Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

ASV

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called sons of God.

WEB

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.

Psalm 89:14

KJV

Justice and judgment [are] the habitation of thy throne: mercy and truth shall go before thy face.

ASV

Righteousness and justice are the foundation of thy throne: Lovingkindness and truth go before thy face.

WEB

Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne. Loving kindness and truth go before your face.

2 Kings 6:23

KJV

And he prepared great provision for them: and when they had eaten and drunk, he sent them away, and they went to their master. So the bands of Syria came no more into the land of Israel.

ASV

And he prepared great provision for them; and when they had eaten and drunk, he sent them away, and they went to their master. And the bands of Syria came no more into the land of Israel.

WEB

He prepared great feast for them. When they had eaten and drunk, he sent them away, and they went to their master. The bands of Syria stopped raiding the land of Israel.

Zechariah 7:9

KJV

Thus speaketh the LORD of hosts, saying, Execute true judgment, and shew mercy and compassions every man to his brother:

ASV

Thus hath Jehovah of hosts spoken, saying, Execute true judgment, and show kindness and compassion every man to his brother;

WEB

"Thus has Yahweh of Armies spoken, saying, 'Execute true judgment, and show kindness and compassion every man to his brother.

Mark 11:25

KJV

And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses.

ASV

And whensoever ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have aught against any one; that your Father also who is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses.

WEB

Whenever you stand praying, forgive, if you have anything against anyone; so that your Father, who is in heaven, may also forgive you your transgressions.

1 Peter 5:5

KJV

Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all [of you] be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.

ASV

Likewise, ye younger, be subject unto the elder. Yea, all of you gird yourselves with humility, to serve one another: for God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace to the humble.

WEB

Likewise, you younger ones, be subject to the elder. Yes, all of you clothe yourselves with humility, to subject yourselves to one another; for "God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble."

Matthew 18:22

KJV

Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven.

ASV

Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times; but, Until seventy times seven.

WEB

Jesus said to him, "I don't tell you until seven times, but, until seventy times seven.

Philippians 2:3

KJV

[Let] nothing [be done] through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

ASV

[ doing] nothing through faction or through vainglory, but in lowliness of mind each counting other better than himself;

WEB

doing nothing through rivalry or through conceit, but in humility, each counting others better than himself;

Ephesians 4:1

KJV

I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called,

ASV

I therefore, the prisoner in the Lord, beseech you to walk worthily of the calling wherewith ye were called,

WEB

I therefore, the prisoner in the Lord, beg you to walk worthily of the calling with which you were called,

Matthew 5:39

KJV

But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

ASV

but I say unto you, resist not him that is evil: but whosoever smiteth thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

WEB

But I tell you, don't resist him who is evil; but whoever strikes you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Colossians 3:13

KJV

Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also [do] ye.

ASV

forbearing one another, and forgiving each other, if any man have a complaint against any; even as the Lord forgave you, so also do ye:

WEB

bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, if any man has a complaint against any; even as Christ forgave you, so you also do.

Psalm 23:3

KJV

He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

ASV

He restoreth my soul: He guideth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

WEB

He restores my soul. He guides me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

2 Corinthians 5:21

KJV

For he hath made him [to be] sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.

ASV

Him who knew no sin he made [to be] sin on our behalf; that we might become the righteousness of God in him.

WEB

For him who knew no sin he made to be sin on our behalf; so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.

Romans 6:23

KJV

For the wages of sin [is] death; but the gift of God [is] eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.

ASV

For the wages of sin is death; but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

WEB

For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Psalm 24:5

KJV

He shall receive the blessing from the LORD, and righteousness from the God of his salvation.

ASV

He shall receive a blessing from Jehovah, And righteousness from the God of his salvation.

WEB

He shall receive a blessing from Yahweh, righteousness from the God of his salvation.

Proverbs 15:9

KJV

The way of the wicked [is] an abomination unto the LORD: but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.

ASV

The way of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; But he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.

WEB

The way of the wicked is an abomination to Yahweh, but he loves him who follows after righteousness.

1 Peter 2:23

KJV

Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed [himself] to him that judgeth righteously:

ASV

who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered threatened not; but committed [himself] to him that judgeth righteously:

WEB

Who, when he was cursed, didn't curse back. When he suffered, didn't threaten, but committed himself to him who judges righteously;

Proverbs 24:29

KJV

Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me: I will render to the man according to his work.

ASV

Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me; I will render to the man according to his work.

WEB

Don't say, "I will do to him as he has done to me; I will render to the man according to his work."

1 John 3:16

KJV

Hereby perceive we the love [of God], because he laid down his life for us: and we ought to lay down [our] lives for the brethren.

ASV

Hereby know we love, because he laid down his life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren.

WEB

By this we know love, because he laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for the brothers.

Isaiah 33:15

KJV

He that walketh righteously, and speaketh uprightly; he that despiseth the gain of oppressions, that shaketh his hands from holding of bribes, that stoppeth his ears from hearing of blood, and shutteth his eyes from seeing evil;

ASV

He that walketh righteously, and speaketh uprightly; he that despiseth the gain of oppressions, that shaketh his hands from taking a bribe, that stoppeth his ears from hearing of blood, and shutteth his eyes from looking upon evil:

WEB

He who walks righteously, and speaks blamelessly; He who despises the gain of oppressions, who gestures with his hands, refusing to take a bribe, who stops his ears from hearing of blood, and shuts his eyes from looking at evil--

Hebrews 1:9

KJV

Thou hast loved righteousness, and hated iniquity; therefore God, [even] thy God, hath anointed thee with the oil of gladness above thy fellows.

ASV

Thou hast loved righteousness, and hated iniquity; Therefore God, thy God, hath anointed thee With the oil of gladness above thy fellows.

WEB

You have loved righteousness, and hated iniquity; therefore God, your God, has anointed you with the oil of gladness above your fellows."

Matthew 5:6

KJV

Blessed [are] they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.

ASV

Blessed are they that hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.

WEB

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness, for they shall be filled.

Hosea 10:12

KJV

Sow to yourselves in righteousness, reap in mercy; break up your fallow ground: for [it is] time to seek the LORD, till he come and rain righteousness upon you.

ASV

Sow to yourselves in righteousness, reap according to kindness; break up your fallow ground; for it is time to seek Jehovah, till he come and rain righteousness upon you.

WEB

Sow to yourselves in righteousness, reap according to kindness. Break up your fallow ground; for it is time to seek Yahweh, until he comes and rains righteousness on you.

Job 8:6

KJV

If thou [wert] pure and upright; surely now he would awake for thee, and make the habitation of thy righteousness prosperous.

ASV

If thou wert pure and upright: Surely now he would awake for thee, And make the habitation of thy righteousness prosperous.

WEB

If you were pure and upright, surely now he would awaken for you, and make the habitation of your righteousness prosperous.

Job 29:14

KJV

I put on righteousness, and it clothed me: my judgment [was] as a robe and a diadem.

ASV

I put on righteousness, and it clothed me: My justice was as a robe and a diadem.

WEB

I put on righteousness, and it clothed me. My justice was as a robe and a diadem.

Leviticus 19:15

KJV

Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment: thou shalt not respect the person of the poor, nor honour the person of the mighty: [but] in righteousness shalt thou judge thy neighbour.

ASV

Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment: thou shalt not respect the person of the poor, nor honor the person of the mighty; but in righteousness shalt thou judge thy neighbor.

WEB

"'You shall do no injustice in judgment: you shall not be partial to the poor, nor show favoritism to the great; but you shall judge your neighbor in righteousness.

John 3:16

KJV

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

ASV

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have eternal life.

WEB

For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life.

Proverbs 10:12

KJV

Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.

ASV

Hatred stirreth up strifes; But love covereth all transgressions.

WEB

Hatred stirs up strife, but love covers all wrongs.

1 John 3:18

KJV

My little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue; but in deed and in truth.

ASV

[ My] Little children, let us not love in word, neither with the tongue; but in deed and truth.

WEB

My little children, let's not love in word only, neither with the tongue only, but in deed and truth.

Psalm 34:15

KJV

The eyes of the LORD [are] upon the righteous, and his ears [are open] unto their cry.

ASV

The eyes of Jehovah are toward the righteous, And his ears are [open] unto their cry.

WEB

Yahweh's eyes are toward the righteous. His ears listen to their cry.

Ephesians 4:24

KJV

And that ye put on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness.

ASV

and put on the new man, that after God hath been created in righteousness and holiness of truth.

WEB

and put on the new man, who in the likeness of God has been created in righteousness and holiness of truth.

Hebrews 11:7

KJV

By faith Noah, being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith.

ASV

By faith Noah, being warned [of God] concerning things not seen as yet, moved with godly fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; through which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is according to faith.

WEB

By faith, Noah, being warned about things not yet seen, moved with godly fear, prepared a ship for the saving of his house, through which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is according to faith.

Matthew 13:43

KJV

Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Who hath ears to hear, let him hear.

ASV

Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father. He that hath ears, let him hear.

WEB

Then the righteous will shine forth like the sun in the Kingdom of their Father. He who has ears to hear, let him hear.

1 Peter 5:7

KJV

Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

ASV

casting all your anxiety upon him, because he careth for you.

WEB

casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.

Matthew 18:21

KJV

Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times?

ASV

Then came Peter and said to him, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? until seven times?

WEB

Then Peter came and said to him, "Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? Until seven times?"

Deuteronomy 16:20

KJV

That which is altogether just shalt thou follow, that thou mayest live, and inherit the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.

ASV

That which is altogether just shalt thou follow, that thou mayest live, and inherit the land which Jehovah thy God giveth thee.

WEB

You shall follow that which is altogether just, that you may live, and inherit the land which Yahweh your God gives you.

1 John 4:7

KJV

Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God.

ASV

Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is begotten of God, and knoweth God.

WEB

Beloved, let us love one another, for love is of God; and everyone who loves is born of God, and knows God.

Isaiah 61:10

KJV

I will greatly rejoice in the LORD, my soul shall be joyful in my God; for he hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, he hath covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decketh [himself] with ornaments, and as a bride adorneth [herself] with her jewels.

ASV

I will greatly rejoice in Jehovah, my soul shall be joyful in my God; for he hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, he hath covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decketh himself with a garland, and as a bride adorneth herself with her jewels.

WEB

I will greatly rejoice in Yahweh, my soul shall be joyful in my God; for he has clothed me with the garments of salvation, he has covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decks himself with a garland, and as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.

1 Thessalonians 5:15

KJV

See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].

ASV

See that none render unto any one evil for evil; but always follow after that which is good, one toward another, and toward all.

WEB

See that no one returns evil for evil to anyone, but always follow after that which is good, for one another, and for all.

Romans 5:10

KJV

For if, when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, being reconciled, we shall be saved by his life.

ASV

For if, while we were enemies, we were reconciled to God through the death of his Son, much more, being reconciled, shall we be saved by his life;

WEB

For if, while we were enemies, we were reconciled to God through the death of his Son, much more, being reconciled, we will be saved by his life.

Philippians 2:4

KJV

Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.

ASV

not looking each of you to his own things, but each of you also to the things of others.

WEB

each of you not just looking to his own things, but each of you also to the things of others.

2 Corinthians 5:19

KJV

To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation.

ASV

to wit, that God was in Christ reconciling the world unto himself, not reckoning unto them their trespasses, and having committed unto us the word of reconciliation.

WEB

namely, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself, not reckoning to them their trespasses, and having committed to us the word of reconciliation.

Philippians 3:9

KJV

And be found in him, not having mine own righteousness, which is of the law, but that which is through the faith of Christ, the righteousness which is of God by faith:

ASV

and be found in him, not having a righteousness of mine own, [even] that which is of the law, but that which is through faith in Christ, the righteousness which is from God by faith:

WEB

and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own, that which is of the law, but that which is through faith in Christ, the righteousness which is from God by faith;

Romans 5:17

KJV

For if by one man's offence death reigned by one; much more they which receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness shall reign in life by one, Jesus Christ.)

ASV

For if, by the trespass of the one, death reigned through the one; much more shall they that receive the abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness reign in life through the one, [even] Jesus Christ.

WEB

For if by the trespass of the one, death reigned through the one; so much more will those who receive the abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness reign in life through the one, Jesus Christ.

Galatians 5:14

KJV

For all the law is fulfilled in one word, [even] in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

ASV

For the whole law is fulfilled in one word, [even] in this: Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself.

WEB

For the whole law is fulfilled in one word, in this: "You shall love your neighbor as yourself."

1 John 1:9

KJV

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

ASV

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

WEB

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

Matthew 5:44

KJV

But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

ASV

but I say unto you, love your enemies, and pray for them that persecute you;

WEB

But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you,

Romans 2:4

KJV

Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering; not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance?

ASV

Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering, not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance?

WEB

Or do you despise the riches of his goodness, forbearance, and patience, not knowing that the goodness of God leads you to repentance?

Psalm 35:13

KJV

But as for me, when they were sick, my clothing [was] sackcloth: I humbled my soul with fasting; and my prayer returned into mine own bosom.

ASV

But as for me, when they were sick, my clothing was sackcloth: I afflicted my soul with fasting; And my prayer returned into mine own bosom.

WEB

But as for me, when they were sick, my clothing was sackcloth. I afflicted my soul with fasting. My prayer returned into my own bosom.

Micah 6:8

KJV

He hath shewed thee, O man, what [is] good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?

ASV

He hath showed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth Jehovah require of thee, but to do justly, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with thy God?

WEB

He has shown you, O man, what is good. What does Yahweh require of you, but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?

1 John 2:10

KJV

He that loveth his brother abideth in the light, and there is none occasion of stumbling in him.

ASV

He that loveth his brother abideth in the light, and there is no occasion of stumbling in him.

WEB

He who loves his brother remains in the light, and there is no occasion for stumbling in him.

Psalm 7:11

KJV

God judgeth the righteous, and God is angry [with the wicked] every day.

ASV

God is a righteous judge, Yea, a God that hath indignation every day.

WEB

God is a righteous judge, yes, a God who has indignation every day.

Psalm 103:17

KJV

But the mercy of the LORD [is] from everlasting to everlasting upon them that fear him, and his righteousness unto children's children;

ASV

But the lovingkindness of Jehovah is from everlasting to everlasting upon them that fear him, And his righteousness unto children's children;

WEB

But Yahweh's loving kindness is from everlasting to everlasting with those who fear him, his righteousness to children's children;

Isaiah 1:17

KJV

Learn to do well; seek judgment, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow.

ASV

learn to do well; seek justice, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow.

WEB

Learn to do well. Seek justice. Relieve the oppressed. Judge the fatherless. Plead for the widow."

John 3:21

KJV

But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God.

ASV

But he that doeth the truth cometh to the light, that his works may be made manifest, that they have been wrought in God.

WEB

But he who does the truth comes to the light, that his works may be revealed, that they have been done in God."

Ezekiel 18:5

KJV

But if a man be just, and do that which is lawful and right,

ASV

But if a man be just, and do that which is lawful and right,

WEB

But if a man is just, and does that which is lawful and right,

Matthew 5:11

KJV

Blessed are ye, when [men] shall revile you, and persecute [you], and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake.

ASV

Blessed are ye when [men] shall reproach you, and persecute you, and say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake.

WEB

"Blessed are you when people reproach you, persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely, for my sake.

1 Corinthians 1:30

KJV

But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption:

ASV

But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who was made unto us wisdom from God, and righteousness and sanctification, and redemption:

WEB

But of him, you are in Christ Jesus, who was made to us wisdom from God, and righteousness and sanctification, and redemption:

Philippians 1:11

KJV

Being filled with the fruits of righteousness, which are by Jesus Christ, unto the glory and praise of God.

ASV

being filled with the fruits of righteousness, which are through Jesus Christ, unto the glory and praise of God.

WEB

being filled with the fruits of righteousness, which are through Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God.

Romans 6:13

KJV

Neither yield ye your members [as] instruments of unrighteousness unto sin: but yield yourselves unto God, as those that are alive from the dead, and your members [as] instruments of righteousness unto God.

ASV

neither present your members unto sin [as] instruments of unrighteousness; but present yourselves unto God, as alive from the dead, and your members [as] instruments of righteousness unto God.

WEB

Neither present your members to sin as instruments of unrighteousness, but present yourselves to God, as alive from the dead, and your members as instruments of righteousness to God.

Psalm 11:7

KJV

For the righteous LORD loveth righteousness; his countenance doth behold the upright.

ASV

For Jehovah is righteous; He loveth righteousness: The upright shall behold his face.

WEB

For Yahweh is righteous. He loves righteousness. The upright shall see his face. For the Chief Musician; upon an eight-stringed lyre. A Psalm of David.

1 Corinthians 13:5

KJV

Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil;

ASV

doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not its own, is not provoked, taketh not account of evil;

WEB

doesn't behave itself inappropriately, doesn't seek its own way, is not provoked, takes no account of evil;

Psalm 35:14

KJV

I behaved myself as though [he had been] my friend [or] brother: I bowed down heavily, as one that mourneth [for his] mother.

ASV

I behaved myself as though it had been my friend or my brother: I bowed down mourning, as one that bewaileth his mother.

WEB

I behaved myself as though it had been my friend or my brother. I bowed down mourning, as one who mourns his mother.

John 13:34

KJV

A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.

ASV

A new commandment I give unto you, that ye love one another; even as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.

WEB

A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, just like I have loved you; that you also love one another.

Luke 6:28

KJV

Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you.

ASV

bless them that curse you, pray for them that despitefully use you.

WEB

bless those who curse you, and pray for those who mistreat you.

Proverbs 10:16

KJV

The labour of the righteous [tendeth] to life: the fruit of the wicked to sin.

ASV

The labor of the righteous [tendeth] to life; The increase of the wicked, to sin.

WEB

The labor of the righteous leads to life. The increase of the wicked leads to sin.

Isaiah 45:8

KJV

Drop down, ye heavens, from above, and let the skies pour down righteousness: let the earth open, and let them bring forth salvation, and let righteousness spring up together; I the LORD have created it.

ASV

Distil, ye heavens, from above, and let the skies pour down righteousness: let the earth open, that it may bring forth salvation, and let it cause righteousness to spring up together; I, Jehovah, have created it.

WEB

Distil, you heavens, from above, and let the skies pour down righteousness. Let the earth open, that it may bring forth salvation, and let it cause righteousness to spring up with it. I, Yahweh, have created it.

Proverbs 12:28

KJV

In the way of righteousness [is] life; and [in] the pathway [thereof there is] no death.

ASV

In the way of righteousness is life; And in the pathway thereof there is no death.

WEB

In the way of righteousness is life; in its path there is no death.

James 1:19

KJV

Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

ASV

Ye know [this], my beloved brethren. But let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

WEB

So, then, my beloved brothers, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger;

Matthew 7:12

KJV

Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.

ASV

All things therefore whatsoever ye would that men should do unto you, even so do ye also unto them: for this is the law and the prophets.

WEB

Therefore whatever you desire for men to do to you, you shall also do to them; for this is the law and the prophets.

Matthew 6:15

KJV

But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

ASV

But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

WEB

But if you don't forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Galatians 3:6

KJV

Even as Abraham believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousness.

ASV

Even as Abraham believed God, and it was reckoned unto him for righteousness.

WEB

Even as Abraham "believed God, and it was counted to him for righteousness."

Isaiah 56:1

KJV

Thus saith the LORD, Keep ye judgment, and do justice: for my salvation [is] near to come, and my righteousness to be revealed.

ASV

Thus saith Jehovah, Keep ye justice, and do righteousness; for my salvation is near to come, and my righteousness to be revealed.

WEB

Thus says Yahweh, "Keep justice, and do righteousness; for my salvation is near to come, and my righteousness to be revealed.

1 John 4:8

KJV

He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.

ASV

He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.

WEB

He who doesn't love doesn't know God, for God is love.

1 Corinthians 13:4

KJV

Charity suffereth long, [and] is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up,

ASV

Love suffereth long, [and] is kind; love envieth not; love vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up,

WEB

Love is patient and is kind; love doesn't envy. Love doesn't brag, is not proud,

Exodus 23:4

KJV

If thou meet thine enemy's ox or his ass going astray, thou shalt surely bring it back to him again.

ASV

If thou meet thine enemy's ox or his ass going astray, thou shalt surely bring it back to him again.

WEB

"If you meet your enemy's ox or his donkey going astray, you shall surely bring it back to him again.

Matthew 5:10

KJV

Blessed [are] they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

ASV

Blessed are they that have been persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

WEB

Blessed are those who have been persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.

1 Peter 3:9

KJV

Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.

ASV

not rendering evil for evil, or reviling for reviling; but contrariwise blessing; for hereunto were ye called, that ye should inherit a blessing.

WEB

not rendering evil for evil, or insult for insult; but instead blessing; knowing that to this were you called, that you may inherit a blessing.

John 15:12

KJV

This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you.

ASV

This is my commandment, that ye love one another, even as I have loved you.

WEB

"This is my commandment, that you love one another, even as I have loved you.

Luke 17:4

KJV

And if he trespass against thee seven times in a day, and seven times in a day turn again to thee, saying, I repent; thou shalt forgive him.

ASV

And if he sin against thee seven times in the day, and seven times turn again to thee, saying, I repent; thou shalt forgive him.

WEB

If he sins against you seven times in the day, and seven times returns, saying, 'I repent,' you shall forgive him."

Job 1:1

KJV

There was a man in the land of Uz, whose name [was] Job; and that man was perfect and upright, and one that feared God, and eschewed evil.

ASV

There was a man in the land of Uz, whose name was Job; and that man was perfect and upright, and one that feared God, and turned away from evil.

WEB

There was a man in the land of Uz, whose name was Job. That man was blameless and upright, and one who feared God, and turned away from evil.

Luke 10:27

KJV

And he answering said, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbour as thyself.

ASV

And he answering said, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbor as thyself.

WEB

He answered, "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your strength, and with all your mind; and your neighbor as yourself."

Romans 10:4

KJV

For Christ [is] the end of the law for righteousness to every one that believeth.

ASV

For Christ is the end of the law unto righteousness to every one that believeth.

WEB

For Christ is the fulfillment of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes.

Luke 23:34

KJV

Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.

ASV

And Jesus said, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And parting his garments among them, they cast lots.

WEB

Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they don't know what they are doing." Dividing his garments among them, they cast lots.

Romans 12:20

KJV

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.

ASV

But if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him to drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head.

WEB

Therefore "If your enemy is hungry, feed him. If he is thirsty, give him a drink; for in doing so, you will heap coals of fire on his head."