1 Timothy 2:2 for kings and all who are in [positions of] high authority, so that we may live a peaceful and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.

2:2 AMP

逐节对照

Amplified Bible - for kings and all who are in [positions of] high authority, so that we may live a peaceful and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.
新标点和合本 - 为君王和一切在位的，也该如此，使我们可以敬虔、端正、平安无事地度日。
和合本2010（上帝版-简体） - 为君王和一切在位的，也要如此，使我们能够敬虔端正地过平稳宁静的生活。
和合本2010（神版-简体） - 为君王和一切在位的，也要如此，使我们能够敬虔端正地过平稳宁静的生活。
当代译本 - 也要为所有的君王和掌权者祷告，使我们可以怀着虔诚、端正的心过和平安宁的生活。
中文标准译本 - 好使我们能完全敬神、庄重地过平静安稳的生活。
现代标点和合本 - 为君王和一切在位的也该如此，使我们可以敬虔、端正、平安无事地度日。
和合本（拼音版） - 为君王和一切在位的，也该如此，使我们可以敬虔、端正、平安无事地度日。
New International Version - for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.
New International Reader's Version - Pray for kings. Pray for everyone who is in authority. Pray that we can live peaceful and quiet lives. And pray that we will be godly and holy.
English Standard Version - for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.
New Living Translation - Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity.
Christian Standard Bible - for kings and all those who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.
New American Standard Bible - for kings and all who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.
New King James Version - for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence.
American Standard Version - for kings and all that are in high place; that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and gravity.
King James Version - For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.
New English Translation - even for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.
World English Bible - for kings and all who are in high places, that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and reverence.
新標點和合本 - 為君王和一切在位的，也該如此，使我們可以敬虔、端正、平安無事地度日。
和合本2010（上帝版-繁體） - 為君王和一切在位的，也要如此，使我們能夠敬虔端正地過平穩寧靜的生活。
和合本2010（神版-繁體） - 為君王和一切在位的，也要如此，使我們能夠敬虔端正地過平穩寧靜的生活。
當代譯本 - 也要為所有的君王和掌權者禱告，使我們可以懷著虔誠、端正的心過和平安寧的生活。
中文標準譯本 - 好使我們能完全敬神、莊重地過平靜安穩的生活。
現代標點和合本 - 為君王和一切在位的也該如此，使我們可以敬虔、端正、平安無事地度日。
文理和合譯本 - 為諸王及一切在位者、俾我儕虔敬莊重、和平安靜以度光陰、
文理委辦譯本 - 亦為諸王暨上位者求、俾我儕虔敬端莊、綏安無事、以畢一生、
施約瑟淺文理新舊約聖經 - 當為君王及一切秉權者祈禱、俾我儕可虔敬端莊、安然無虞以度日、
吳經熊文理聖詠與新經全集 - 並為君王以及所有執政者、祈求、禱告、呼籲、謝恩、庶幾吾人得安居樂業、專心敬事天主。
Nueva Versión Internacional - especialmente por los gobernantes y por todas las autoridades, para que tengamos paz y tranquilidad, y llevemos una vida piadosa y digna.
현대인의 성경 - 왕들과 높은 자리에 있는 모든 사람들을 위해서도 그렇게 하시오. 그것은 안정되고 평온한 가운데서 경건하고 거룩한 생활을 하기 위한 것입니다.
Новый Русский Перевод - за царей и за всех находящихся у власти, чтобы у нас была возможность жить мирно и спокойно в благочестии и достоинстве.
Восточный перевод - за царей и за всех находящихся у власти, чтобы у нас была возможность жить мирно и спокойно в благочестии и достоинстве.
Восточный перевод, версия с «Аллахом» - за царей и за всех находящихся у власти, чтобы у нас была возможность жить мирно и спокойно в благочестии и достоинстве.
Восточный перевод, версия для Таджикистана - за царей и за всех находящихся у власти, чтобы у нас была возможность жить мирно и спокойно в благочестии и достоинстве.
La Bible du Semeur 2015 - Que l’on prie pour les rois et pour tous ceux qui sont au pouvoir, afin que nous puissions mener, à l’abri de toute violence et dans la paix, une vie qui exprime, dans tous ses aspects, notre piété et qui commande le respect.
リビングバイブル - また、すべての重い責任を負っている人たちのために祈りなさい。それは、私たちが主を深く思いながら、平安のうちに落ち着いた一生を過ごすためです。
Nestle Aland 28 - ὑπὲρ βασιλέων καὶ πάντων τῶν ἐν ὑπεροχῇ ὄντων, ἵνα ἤρεμον καὶ ἡσύχιον βίον διάγωμεν ἐν πάσῃ εὐσεβείᾳ καὶ σεμνότητι.
unfoldingWord® Greek New Testament - ὑπὲρ βασιλέων καὶ πάντων τῶν ἐν ὑπεροχῇ ὄντων, ἵνα ἤρεμον καὶ ἡσύχιον βίον διάγωμεν ἐν πάσῃ εὐσεβείᾳ καὶ σεμνότητι.
Nova Versão Internacional - pelos reis e por todos os que exercem autoridade, para que tenhamos uma vida tranquila e pacífica, com toda a piedade e dignidade.
Hoffnung für alle - Betet besonders für alle, die in Regierung und Staat Verantwortung tragen, damit wir in Ruhe und Frieden leben können, ehrfürchtig vor Gott und aufrichtig unseren Mitmenschen gegenüber.
Kinh Thánh Hiện Đại - cho các vua, cho các cấp lãnh đạo, để chúng ta được sống thanh bình, yên tĩnh trong tinh thần đạo đức đoan chính.
พระคริสตธรรมคัมภีร์ไทย ฉบับอมตธรรมร่วมสมัย - เพื่อเหล่ากษัตริย์และผู้มีอำนาจทั้งปวง เพื่อว่าเราทั้งหลายจะได้อยู่อย่างสงบสุข ใช้ชีวิตอย่างเงียบๆ ในทางพระเจ้าและความบริสุทธิ์ทุกอย่าง
พระคัมภีร์ ฉบับแปลใหม่ - เพื่อบรรดากษัตริย์และทุกคนที่อยู่ในตำแหน่งสูง เพื่อว่าพวกเราจะได้ใช้ชีวิตอยู่อย่างสันติและสงบในทางของพระเจ้าและในทางบริสุทธิ์ทุกประการ

交叉引用

Genesis 49:14 - “Issachar is [like] a strong-boned donkey, Crouching down between the sheepfolds.
Genesis 49:15 - When he saw that the resting place was good And that the land was pleasant, He bowed his shoulder to bear [burdens], And became a servant at forced labor.
Ecclesiastes 8:2 - I counsel you to keep the command of the king because of the oath before God [by which you swore loyalty to him].
Ecclesiastes 8:3 - Do not be in a hurry to get out of his presence. Do not join in a malevolent matter, for the king will do whatever he pleases.
Ecclesiastes 8:4 - For the word of a king is authoritative and powerful, And who will say to him, “What are you doing?”
Ecclesiastes 8:5 - Whoever keeps and observes a royal command will experience neither trouble nor misery; For a wise heart will know the proper time and [appropriate] procedure.
Titus 2:10 - not stealing [things, regardless of value], but proving themselves trustworthy, so that in every respect they will adorn and do credit to the teaching of God our Savior.
Titus 2:11 - For the [remarkable, undeserved] grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men.
Titus 2:12 - It teaches us to reject ungodliness and worldly (immoral) desires, and to live sensible, upright, and godly lives [with a purpose that reflect spiritual maturity] in this present age,
Titus 2:13 - awaiting and confidently expecting the [fulfillment of our] blessed hope and the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior, Christ Jesus,
Titus 2:14 - who [willingly] gave Himself [to be crucified] on our behalf to redeem us and purchase our freedom from all wickedness, and to purify for Himself a chosen and very special people to be His own possession, who are enthusiastic for doing what is good.
Acts 24:16 - In view of this, I also do my best and strive always to have a clear conscience before God and before men.
Luke 1:6 - They both were righteous (approved) in the sight of God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and requirements of the Lord.
2 Samuel 20:19 - I am one of the peaceable and faithful in Israel. You are seeking to destroy a city, and a mother in Israel. Why would you swallow up (devour) the inheritance of the Lord?”
Ecclesiastes 3:12 - I know that there is nothing better for them than to rejoice and to do good as long as they live;
Ecclesiastes 3:13 - and also that every man should eat and drink and see and enjoy the good of all his labor—it is the gift of God.
2 Peter 1:3 - For His divine power has bestowed on us [absolutely] everything necessary for [a dynamic spiritual] life and godliness, through true and personal knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence.
2 Peter 1:4 - For by these He has bestowed on us His precious and magnificent promises [of inexpressible value], so that by them you may escape from the immoral freedom that is in the world because of disreputable desire, and become sharers of the divine nature.
2 Peter 1:5 - For this very reason, applying your diligence [to the divine promises, make every effort] in [exercising] your faith to, develop moral excellence, and in moral excellence, knowledge (insight, understanding),
2 Peter 1:6 - and in your knowledge, self-control, and in your self-control, steadfastness, and in your steadfastness, godliness,
2 Peter 1:7 - and in your godliness, brotherly affection, and in your brotherly affection, [develop Christian] love [that is, learn to unselfishly seek the best for others and to do things for their benefit].
Psalms 72:1 - Give the king [knowledge of] Your judgments, O God, And [the spirit of] Your righteousness to the king’s son [to guide all his ways].
Romans 12:18 - If possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.
Philippians 4:8 - Finally, believers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable and worthy of respect, whatever is right and confirmed by God’s word, whatever is pure and wholesome, whatever is lovely and brings peace, whatever is admirable and of good repute; if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think continually on these things [center your mind on them, and implant them in your heart].
Acts 10:22 - They said, “Cornelius, a centurion, an upright and God-fearing man well spoken of by all the Jewish people, was divinely instructed by a holy angel to send for you to come to his house and hear what you have to say.”
Luke 2:25 - Now there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon; and this man was righteous and devout [carefully observing the divine Law], and looking for the Consolation of Israel; and the Holy Spirit was upon him.
Hebrews 12:14 - Continually pursue peace with everyone, and the sanctification without which no one will [ever] see the Lord.
Psalms 20:1 - May the Lord answer you (David) in the day of trouble! May the name of the God of Jacob set you securely on high [and defend you in battle]!
Psalms 20:2 - May He send you help from the sanctuary (His dwelling place) And support and strengthen you from Zion!
Psalms 20:3 - May He remember all your meal offerings And accept your burnt offering. Selah.
Psalms 20:4 - May He grant you your heart’s desire And fulfill all your plans.
Nehemiah 1:11 - Please, O Lord, let Your ear be attentive to the prayer of Your servant and the prayer of Your servants who delight to [reverently] fear Your Name [Your essence, Your nature, Your attributes, with awe]; and make Your servant successful this day and grant him compassion in the sight of this man [the king].” For I was cupbearer to the king [of Persia].
Proverbs 24:21 - My son, fear the Lord and the king; And do not associate with those who are given to change [of allegiance, and are revolutionary],
Romans 13:1 - Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God [granted by His permission and sanction], and those which exist have been put in place by God.
Romans 13:2 - Therefore whoever resists [governmental] authority resists the ordinance of God. And those who have resisted it will bring judgment (civil penalty) on themselves.
Romans 13:3 - For [civil] authorities are not a source of fear for [people of] good behavior, but for [those who do] evil. Do you want to be unafraid of authority? Do what is good and you will receive approval and commendation.
Romans 13:4 - For he is God’s servant to you for good. But if you do wrong, [you should] be afraid; for he does not carry the [executioner’s] sword for nothing. He is God’s servant, an avenger who brings punishment on the wrongdoer.
Romans 13:5 - Therefore one must be subject [to civil authorities], not only to escape the punishment [that comes with wrongdoing], but also as a matter of principle [knowing what is right before God].
Romans 13:6 - For this same reason you pay taxes, for civil authorities are God’s servants, devoting themselves to governance.
Romans 13:7 - Pay to all what is due: tax to whom tax is due, customs to whom customs, respect to whom respect, honor to whom honor.
1 Thessalonians 4:11 - and to make it your ambition to live quietly and peacefully, and to mind your own affairs and work with your hands, just as we directed you,
Jeremiah 29:7 - Seek peace and well-being for the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the Lord on its behalf; for in its peace (well-being) you will have peace.’
1 Peter 2:9 - But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a consecrated nation, a [special] people for God’s own possession, so that you may proclaim the excellencies [the wonderful deeds and virtues and perfections] of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.
1 Peter 2:10 - Once you were not a people [at all], but now you are God’s people; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.
1 Peter 2:11 - Beloved, I urge you as aliens and strangers [in this world] to abstain from the sensual urges [those dishonorable desires] that wage war against the soul.
1 Peter 2:12 - Keep your behavior excellent among the [unsaved] Gentiles [conduct yourself honorably, with graciousness and integrity], so that for whatever reason they may slander you as evildoers, yet by observing your good deeds they may [instead come to] glorify God in the day of visitation [when He looks upon them with mercy].
1 Peter 2:13 - Submit yourselves to [the authority of] every human institution for the sake of the Lord [to honor His name], whether it is to a king as one in a position of power,
Ezra 6:10 - so that they may offer pleasing (sweet-smelling) sacrifices to the God of heaven and pray for the life of the king and his sons.

逐节对照

交叉引用

Amplified Bible - for kings and all who are in [positions of] high authority, so that we may live a peaceful and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.
新标点和合本 - 为君王和一切在位的，也该如此，使我们可以敬虔、端正、平安无事地度日。
和合本2010（上帝版-简体） - 为君王和一切在位的，也要如此，使我们能够敬虔端正地过平稳宁静的生活。
和合本2010（神版-简体） - 为君王和一切在位的，也要如此，使我们能够敬虔端正地过平稳宁静的生活。
当代译本 - 也要为所有的君王和掌权者祷告，使我们可以怀着虔诚、端正的心过和平安宁的生活。
中文标准译本 - 好使我们能完全敬神、庄重地过平静安稳的生活。
现代标点和合本 - 为君王和一切在位的也该如此，使我们可以敬虔、端正、平安无事地度日。
和合本（拼音版） - 为君王和一切在位的，也该如此，使我们可以敬虔、端正、平安无事地度日。
New International Version - for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.
New International Reader's Version - Pray for kings. Pray for everyone who is in authority. Pray that we can live peaceful and quiet lives. And pray that we will be godly and holy.
English Standard Version - for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.
New Living Translation - Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity.
Christian Standard Bible - for kings and all those who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.
New American Standard Bible - for kings and all who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.
New King James Version - for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence.
American Standard Version - for kings and all that are in high place; that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and gravity.
King James Version - For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.
New English Translation - even for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.
World English Bible - for kings and all who are in high places, that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and reverence.
新標點和合本 - 為君王和一切在位的，也該如此，使我們可以敬虔、端正、平安無事地度日。
和合本2010（上帝版-繁體） - 為君王和一切在位的，也要如此，使我們能夠敬虔端正地過平穩寧靜的生活。
和合本2010（神版-繁體） - 為君王和一切在位的，也要如此，使我們能夠敬虔端正地過平穩寧靜的生活。
當代譯本 - 也要為所有的君王和掌權者禱告，使我們可以懷著虔誠、端正的心過和平安寧的生活。
中文標準譯本 - 好使我們能完全敬神、莊重地過平靜安穩的生活。
現代標點和合本 - 為君王和一切在位的也該如此，使我們可以敬虔、端正、平安無事地度日。
文理和合譯本 - 為諸王及一切在位者、俾我儕虔敬莊重、和平安靜以度光陰、
文理委辦譯本 - 亦為諸王暨上位者求、俾我儕虔敬端莊、綏安無事、以畢一生、
施約瑟淺文理新舊約聖經 - 當為君王及一切秉權者祈禱、俾我儕可虔敬端莊、安然無虞以度日、
吳經熊文理聖詠與新經全集 - 並為君王以及所有執政者、祈求、禱告、呼籲、謝恩、庶幾吾人得安居樂業、專心敬事天主。
Nueva Versión Internacional - especialmente por los gobernantes y por todas las autoridades, para que tengamos paz y tranquilidad, y llevemos una vida piadosa y digna.
현대인의 성경 - 왕들과 높은 자리에 있는 모든 사람들을 위해서도 그렇게 하시오. 그것은 안정되고 평온한 가운데서 경건하고 거룩한 생활을 하기 위한 것입니다.
Новый Русский Перевод - за царей и за всех находящихся у власти, чтобы у нас была возможность жить мирно и спокойно в благочестии и достоинстве.
Восточный перевод - за царей и за всех находящихся у власти, чтобы у нас была возможность жить мирно и спокойно в благочестии и достоинстве.
Восточный перевод, версия с «Аллахом» - за царей и за всех находящихся у власти, чтобы у нас была возможность жить мирно и спокойно в благочестии и достоинстве.
Восточный перевод, версия для Таджикистана - за царей и за всех находящихся у власти, чтобы у нас была возможность жить мирно и спокойно в благочестии и достоинстве.
La Bible du Semeur 2015 - Que l’on prie pour les rois et pour tous ceux qui sont au pouvoir, afin que nous puissions mener, à l’abri de toute violence et dans la paix, une vie qui exprime, dans tous ses aspects, notre piété et qui commande le respect.
リビングバイブル - また、すべての重い責任を負っている人たちのために祈りなさい。それは、私たちが主を深く思いながら、平安のうちに落ち着いた一生を過ごすためです。
Nestle Aland 28 - ὑπὲρ βασιλέων καὶ πάντων τῶν ἐν ὑπεροχῇ ὄντων, ἵνα ἤρεμον καὶ ἡσύχιον βίον διάγωμεν ἐν πάσῃ εὐσεβείᾳ καὶ σεμνότητι.
unfoldingWord® Greek New Testament - ὑπὲρ βασιλέων καὶ πάντων τῶν ἐν ὑπεροχῇ ὄντων, ἵνα ἤρεμον καὶ ἡσύχιον βίον διάγωμεν ἐν πάσῃ εὐσεβείᾳ καὶ σεμνότητι.
Nova Versão Internacional - pelos reis e por todos os que exercem autoridade, para que tenhamos uma vida tranquila e pacífica, com toda a piedade e dignidade.
Hoffnung für alle - Betet besonders für alle, die in Regierung und Staat Verantwortung tragen, damit wir in Ruhe und Frieden leben können, ehrfürchtig vor Gott und aufrichtig unseren Mitmenschen gegenüber.
Kinh Thánh Hiện Đại - cho các vua, cho các cấp lãnh đạo, để chúng ta được sống thanh bình, yên tĩnh trong tinh thần đạo đức đoan chính.
พระคริสตธรรมคัมภีร์ไทย ฉบับอมตธรรมร่วมสมัย - เพื่อเหล่ากษัตริย์และผู้มีอำนาจทั้งปวง เพื่อว่าเราทั้งหลายจะได้อยู่อย่างสงบสุข ใช้ชีวิตอย่างเงียบๆ ในทางพระเจ้าและความบริสุทธิ์ทุกอย่าง
พระคัมภีร์ ฉบับแปลใหม่ - เพื่อบรรดากษัตริย์และทุกคนที่อยู่ในตำแหน่งสูง เพื่อว่าพวกเราจะได้ใช้ชีวิตอยู่อย่างสันติและสงบในทางของพระเจ้าและในทางบริสุทธิ์ทุกประการ

Genesis 49:14 - “Issachar is [like] a strong-boned donkey, Crouching down between the sheepfolds.
Genesis 49:15 - When he saw that the resting place was good And that the land was pleasant, He bowed his shoulder to bear [burdens], And became a servant at forced labor.
Ecclesiastes 8:2 - I counsel you to keep the command of the king because of the oath before God [by which you swore loyalty to him].
Ecclesiastes 8:3 - Do not be in a hurry to get out of his presence. Do not join in a malevolent matter, for the king will do whatever he pleases.
Ecclesiastes 8:4 - For the word of a king is authoritative and powerful, And who will say to him, “What are you doing?”
Ecclesiastes 8:5 - Whoever keeps and observes a royal command will experience neither trouble nor misery; For a wise heart will know the proper time and [appropriate] procedure.
Titus 2:10 - not stealing [things, regardless of value], but proving themselves trustworthy, so that in every respect they will adorn and do credit to the teaching of God our Savior.
Titus 2:11 - For the [remarkable, undeserved] grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men.
Titus 2:12 - It teaches us to reject ungodliness and worldly (immoral) desires, and to live sensible, upright, and godly lives [with a purpose that reflect spiritual maturity] in this present age,
Titus 2:13 - awaiting and confidently expecting the [fulfillment of our] blessed hope and the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior, Christ Jesus,
Titus 2:14 - who [willingly] gave Himself [to be crucified] on our behalf to redeem us and purchase our freedom from all wickedness, and to purify for Himself a chosen and very special people to be His own possession, who are enthusiastic for doing what is good.
Acts 24:16 - In view of this, I also do my best and strive always to have a clear conscience before God and before men.
Luke 1:6 - They both were righteous (approved) in the sight of God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and requirements of the Lord.
2 Samuel 20:19 - I am one of the peaceable and faithful in Israel. You are seeking to destroy a city, and a mother in Israel. Why would you swallow up (devour) the inheritance of the Lord?”
Ecclesiastes 3:12 - I know that there is nothing better for them than to rejoice and to do good as long as they live;
Ecclesiastes 3:13 - and also that every man should eat and drink and see and enjoy the good of all his labor—it is the gift of God.
2 Peter 1:3 - For His divine power has bestowed on us [absolutely] everything necessary for [a dynamic spiritual] life and godliness, through true and personal knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence.
2 Peter 1:4 - For by these He has bestowed on us His precious and magnificent promises [of inexpressible value], so that by them you may escape from the immoral freedom that is in the world because of disreputable desire, and become sharers of the divine nature.
2 Peter 1:5 - For this very reason, applying your diligence [to the divine promises, make every effort] in [exercising] your faith to, develop moral excellence, and in moral excellence, knowledge (insight, understanding),
2 Peter 1:6 - and in your knowledge, self-control, and in your self-control, steadfastness, and in your steadfastness, godliness,
2 Peter 1:7 - and in your godliness, brotherly affection, and in your brotherly affection, [develop Christian] love [that is, learn to unselfishly seek the best for others and to do things for their benefit].
Psalms 72:1 - Give the king [knowledge of] Your judgments, O God, And [the spirit of] Your righteousness to the king’s son [to guide all his ways].
Romans 12:18 - If possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.
Philippians 4:8 - Finally, believers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable and worthy of respect, whatever is right and confirmed by God’s word, whatever is pure and wholesome, whatever is lovely and brings peace, whatever is admirable and of good repute; if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think continually on these things [center your mind on them, and implant them in your heart].
Acts 10:22 - They said, “Cornelius, a centurion, an upright and God-fearing man well spoken of by all the Jewish people, was divinely instructed by a holy angel to send for you to come to his house and hear what you have to say.”
Luke 2:25 - Now there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon; and this man was righteous and devout [carefully observing the divine Law], and looking for the Consolation of Israel; and the Holy Spirit was upon him.
Hebrews 12:14 - Continually pursue peace with everyone, and the sanctification without which no one will [ever] see the Lord.
Psalms 20:1 - May the Lord answer you (David) in the day of trouble! May the name of the God of Jacob set you securely on high [and defend you in battle]!
Psalms 20:2 - May He send you help from the sanctuary (His dwelling place) And support and strengthen you from Zion!
Psalms 20:3 - May He remember all your meal offerings And accept your burnt offering. Selah.
Psalms 20:4 - May He grant you your heart’s desire And fulfill all your plans.
Nehemiah 1:11 - Please, O Lord, let Your ear be attentive to the prayer of Your servant and the prayer of Your servants who delight to [reverently] fear Your Name [Your essence, Your nature, Your attributes, with awe]; and make Your servant successful this day and grant him compassion in the sight of this man [the king].” For I was cupbearer to the king [of Persia].
Proverbs 24:21 - My son, fear the Lord and the king; And do not associate with those who are given to change [of allegiance, and are revolutionary],
Romans 13:1 - Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God [granted by His permission and sanction], and those which exist have been put in place by God.
Romans 13:2 - Therefore whoever resists [governmental] authority resists the ordinance of God. And those who have resisted it will bring judgment (civil penalty) on themselves.
Romans 13:3 - For [civil] authorities are not a source of fear for [people of] good behavior, but for [those who do] evil. Do you want to be unafraid of authority? Do what is good and you will receive approval and commendation.
Romans 13:4 - For he is God’s servant to you for good. But if you do wrong, [you should] be afraid; for he does not carry the [executioner’s] sword for nothing. He is God’s servant, an avenger who brings punishment on the wrongdoer.
Romans 13:5 - Therefore one must be subject [to civil authorities], not only to escape the punishment [that comes with wrongdoing], but also as a matter of principle [knowing what is right before God].
Romans 13:6 - For this same reason you pay taxes, for civil authorities are God’s servants, devoting themselves to governance.
Romans 13:7 - Pay to all what is due: tax to whom tax is due, customs to whom customs, respect to whom respect, honor to whom honor.
1 Thessalonians 4:11 - and to make it your ambition to live quietly and peacefully, and to mind your own affairs and work with your hands, just as we directed you,
Jeremiah 29:7 - Seek peace and well-being for the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the Lord on its behalf; for in its peace (well-being) you will have peace.’
1 Peter 2:9 - But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a consecrated nation, a [special] people for God’s own possession, so that you may proclaim the excellencies [the wonderful deeds and virtues and perfections] of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.
1 Peter 2:10 - Once you were not a people [at all], but now you are God’s people; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.
1 Peter 2:11 - Beloved, I urge you as aliens and strangers [in this world] to abstain from the sensual urges [those dishonorable desires] that wage war against the soul.
1 Peter 2:12 - Keep your behavior excellent among the [unsaved] Gentiles [conduct yourself honorably, with graciousness and integrity], so that for whatever reason they may slander you as evildoers, yet by observing your good deeds they may [instead come to] glorify God in the day of visitation [when He looks upon them with mercy].
1 Peter 2:13 - Submit yourselves to [the authority of] every human institution for the sake of the Lord [to honor His name], whether it is to a king as one in a position of power,
Ezra 6:10 - so that they may offer pleasing (sweet-smelling) sacrifices to the God of heaven and pray for the life of the king and his sons.