22 For in so doing, you will heap burning coals on his head, and the LORD will reward you.
Proverbs 25:22
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Sirach 28:1–2
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Testament of Joseph 2:67–69
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Proverbs 20:21–23
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Luke 6:27–29
27 But to those of you who will listen, I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, 28 bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. 29 If someone strikes you on one cheek, turn to him the other also. And if someone takes your cloak, do not wi…
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