Definition and Context:
In the biblical context, "revenges" refers to acts of retribution or vengeance, often in response to a perceived wrong or injustice. The concept of revenge is addressed throughout the Bible, with a clear distinction between human vengeance and divine justice. The Bible consistently warns against personal revenge, urging believers to leave judgment to God.

Old Testament References:
The Old Testament contains numerous references to revenge, often highlighting the consequences of taking vengeance into one's own hands. In Leviticus 19:18, the Israelites are commanded, "Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against any of your people, but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the LORD." This directive underscores the importance of love and forgiveness over personal retribution.

The principle of "an eye for an eye" found in Exodus 21:24, Leviticus 24:20, and Deuteronomy 19:21 is often misunderstood as a call for revenge. However, it was intended as a legal guideline to ensure justice and proportionality in punishment, not as a personal license for vengeance.

New Testament Teachings:
The New Testament further develops the theme of refraining from personal revenge. In Romans 12:19, the Apostle Paul writes, "Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God’s wrath. For it is written: 'Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.'" This passage emphasizes the belief that God is the ultimate judge and avenger, and that humans should trust in His justice.

Jesus' teachings in the Sermon on the Mount also address the issue of revenge. In Matthew 5:38-39, Jesus says, "You have heard that it was said, 'Eye for eye and tooth for tooth.' But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also." Here, Jesus calls for a radical response to wrongdoing, one that embodies forgiveness and non-retaliation.

Divine Vengeance:
While personal revenge is discouraged, the Bible affirms that God will execute justice and vengeance. In Deuteronomy 32:35, God declares, "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." This assurance of divine justice serves as a comfort to believers, reminding them that God will ultimately right all wrongs.

The Book of Revelation also speaks of divine vengeance, particularly in the context of the end times. Revelation 6:10 records the cry of the martyrs, "How long, O Lord, holy and true, until You judge those who dwell on the earth and avenge our blood?" This plea reflects the anticipation of God's righteous judgment against evil.

Practical Implications for Believers:
Believers are called to live in a manner that reflects trust in God's justice rather than seeking personal revenge. This involves practicing forgiveness, showing love to enemies, and leaving judgment to God. In doing so, Christians demonstrate their faith in God's sovereignty and His ultimate plan for justice.

Conclusion:
The biblical teaching on revenge is clear: personal vengeance is discouraged, and believers are encouraged to trust in God's perfect justice. By refraining from revenge and embracing forgiveness, Christians reflect the character of Christ and uphold the principles of love and mercy.

The Critical and Historical Movement
... end of the eighteenth century. The reason having been long repressed revenges
itself, usurping everything. The explanation of the ...
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Of Atheistical Discourse.
... The charms of sensuality are so fascinating, that even those who believe another
world, and the severe revenges that will there attend their luxuries, yet ...
/.../allestree/the government of the tongue/section iii of atheistical discourse.htm

Letter ix. To Titus, Hierarch, Asking by Letter what is the House ...
... What would any one say concerning the angers, the griefs, the various oaths, the
repentances, the curses, the revenges, the manifold and dubious excuses for ...
/.../dionysius/letters of dionysius the areopagite/letter ix to titus hierarch.htm

Knox in Scotland: Lethington: Mary of Guise: 1555-1556
... Some were honestly Protestant: some held pensions from England: others would sacrifice
national interests to their personal revenges and clan feuds. The Rev. ...
/.../lang/john knox and the reformation/chapter vii knox in scotland .htm

Toilet.
... When they neglect the soul, the noblest part of man, she revenges herself of the
insult by concealing all her brilliant qualities, which alone constitute ...
/.../sainte-foi/serious hours of a young lady/chapter xv toilet.htm

The Characters of Herod and Augustus were as Far Apart as their ...
... In the midst of his peril he escaped, taking with him the seed of those dark revenges
which, when he got the crown, destroyed all save a single member of the ...
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As I have Said, I Propose to Take Only one Central Instance...
... The child must depend on the most imperfect mother; the mother may be devoted to
the most unworthy children; in such relations legal revenges are vain. ...
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The Mortifications Here Treated of in Particular are not of Such ...
... intention of them were never so good. Such as are officious lies, smaller
revenges, or calumniations. For it is supposed that the ...
/.../chapter ii the mortifications here.htm

Samaria. Sychem.
... Its metropolis at that time was Sychem; "A place destined to revenges": and which
the Jews, as it seems, reproached under the name of Sychar, John 4:5, from ...
/.../lightfoot/from the talmud and hebraica/chapter 56 samaria sychem.htm

Practical Observations.
... 6. THE RETRIBUTION OF HISTORY."And now mark, for one moment, the revenges of
history. Has not His blood been on them, and on their children? ...
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Revenges (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Revenges (1 Occurrence). Deuteronomy 32:42 I
will make mine arrows drunk with blood, and my sword shall ...
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Revengeth (1 Occurrence)

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Revengers (1 Occurrence)

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Revenger (5 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (n.) One who revenges. Int. Standard Bible
Encyclopedia. REVENGE; REVENGER. re-venj', re-venj'-er: The same ...
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