^{9 Ref} Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.

^{10 Ref} In love of the brethren be tenderly affectioned one to another; in honor preferring one another;

^{11 Ref} in diligence not slothful; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;

^{12 Ref} rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing stedfastly in prayer;

^{13 Ref} communicating to the necessities of the saints; given to hospitality.

^{14 Ref} Bless them that persecute you; bless, and curse not.

^{15 Ref} Rejoice with them that rejoice; weep with them that weep.

^{16 Ref} Be of the same mind one toward another. Set not your mind on high things, but condescend to things that are lowly. Be not wise in your own conceits.

^{17 Ref} Render to no man evil for evil. Take thought for things honorable in the sight of all men.

^{18 Ref} If it be possible, as much as in you lieth, be at peace with all men.

^{19 Ref} Avenge not yourselves, beloved, but give place unto the wrath `of God': for it is written, Vengeance belongeth unto me; I will recompense, saith the Lord.

^{20 Ref} 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.

^{21 Ref} Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.