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Romans 13:1
King James Version
kjv
Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.
Open English Bible (Commonwealth)
oeb-cw
Let everyone obey the supreme Authorities. For no Authority exists except by the will of God, and the existing Authorities have been appointed by God.
Open English Bible (US)
oeb-us
Let everyone obey the supreme Authorities. For no Authority exists except by the will of God, and the existing Authorities have been appointed by God.