¹⁷ Never repay anyone evil for evil. Take thought for what is right and gracious and proper in the sight of everyone.^{(A) 18} If possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. ¹⁹ Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave the way open for God’s wrath [and His judicial righteousness]; for it is written [in Scripture], “Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord.^{(B) 20} But if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him a drink; for by doing this you will heap ^[a]burning coals on his head.”^{(C) 21} Do not be overcome and conquered by evil, but overcome evil with good.