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Romans 13:5

Therefore, it is necessary to submit to the authorities, not only because of possible punishment but also because of conscience.
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King James Version

Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.

English Standard Version

Therefore one must be in subjection, not only to avoid God's wrath but also for the sake of conscience.

Catholic Public Domain Version

For this reason, it is necessary to be subject, not solely because of wrath, but also because of conscience