Romans 13:5 meaning and explanation
Therefore it is necessary to submit to authority, not only to avoid punishment, but also as a matter of conscience.
Romans 13:5, Berean Standard Bible
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Paul writes to the believers in Rome, a church living under the rule of the empire. Having just called rulers God's servants who bear the sword, he draws a conclusion: submission is necessary not only to avoid punishment but also for conscience's sake.
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