Translations
Modern
For in so doing, you will heap burning coals on his head, and the LORD will reward you.
Traditional
For thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head, and the Lord shall reward thee.
Literal
For in so doing you will be heaping burning coals upon his head, and YHWH will give recompense to you.
Latin
…prunas enim congregabis super caput ejus, et Dominus reddet tibi.
Interlinear
Hebrew
English
For in so doing, you will heap burning coals on his head, and the LORD will reward you.
Notes
Surprisingly, showing kindness to an enemy works better than showing anger (see Romans 12:20).
Glossary
Topics
Beneficence: General Scriptures Concerning Coal: Figurative Enemy: General Scriptures Concerning Forgiveness of Enemies Love your Enemies Loving your Enemies Revenge: Instead of Taking, we should Overcome Others by Kindness