Romans 13:1 New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures—With References 13 Let every soul* be in subjection+ to the superior authorities,+ for there is no authority+ except by God;+ the existing authorities stand placed in their relative+ positions* by God.+ 1 Peter 2:17 New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures—With References 17 Honor [men] of all sorts,+ have love for the whole association of brothers,*+ be in fear of God,+ have honor for the king.+
13 Let every soul* be in subjection+ to the superior authorities,+ for there is no authority+ except by God;+ the existing authorities stand placed in their relative+ positions* by God.+
17 Honor [men] of all sorts,+ have love for the whole association of brothers,*+ be in fear of God,+ have honor for the king.+