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I. THE IMPORT OF THE PRECEPT.

1. How evil may overcome us.

2. How we may overcome it.

II. THE EXCELLENCE OF IT.

1. It counteracts our evil propensities.

2. Assimilates us to Christ.

3. Promotes on earth the happiness of heaven.

(J. Lyth, D.D.)

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KJV: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

WEB: Don't seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God's wrath. For it is written, "Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord."