KJV ORIGINAL
Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honour to whom honour.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Give everyone what you owe them: pay your taxes to the tax collectors, follow the customs that are expected, show respect to those who deserve respect, and honor the people who've earned honor.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Pay what you owe, respect who deserves it, and honor those who've earned it — basically, be fair with everyone.
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