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Definition and Meaning:The term "recompensed" refers to the act of giving something in return for a service, loss, or suffering. In biblical terms, it often denotes the idea of divine justice, where God rewards or punishes individuals according to their deeds. The concept of recompense is closely tied to the principles of justice, righteousness, and divine retribution.
Biblical Usage:The concept of recompense is prevalent throughout the Bible, illustrating both God's justice and mercy. It is used to describe how God deals with humanity, rewarding the righteous and punishing the wicked.
Old Testament References:In the Old Testament, recompense is frequently associated with God's covenantal promises and His justice. For instance, in
Deuteronomy 32:35, God declares, "Vengeance is Mine; I will repay." This verse underscores the belief that God will ultimately bring justice, repaying individuals according to their actions.
The Psalms also reflect this theme.
Psalm 18:20 states, "The LORD has rewarded me according to my righteousness; He has repaid me according to the cleanness of my hands." Here, the psalmist acknowledges that God recompenses individuals based on their moral conduct.
New Testament References:In the New Testament, the concept of recompense is often linked to the final judgment and the eternal rewards or punishments that follow. In
Romans 12:19, Paul advises believers, "Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God’s wrath. For it is written: 'Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.'" This passage echoes the Old Testament assurance that God will administer justice.
The idea of recompense is also evident in the teachings of Jesus. In
Matthew 16:27, Jesus states, "For the Son of Man will come in His Father’s glory with His angels, and then He will repay each one according to what he has done." This highlights the eschatological aspect of recompense, where ultimate justice is meted out at the end of time.
Theological Implications:The doctrine of recompense is integral to understanding God's nature as just and righteous. It reassures believers that God is aware of human actions and will respond appropriately. This concept encourages ethical living, as individuals are reminded that their actions have eternal consequences.
Recompense also emphasizes God's sovereignty and His role as the ultimate judge. It serves as a warning to the wicked and a comfort to the righteous, affirming that God will rectify all wrongs and reward faithfulness.
Practical Application:Believers are encouraged to trust in God's justice and refrain from seeking personal vengeance. Instead, they are to live righteously, knowing that God will recompense them for their faithfulness. This trust in divine recompense fosters patience, forgiveness, and a commitment to living according to God's will.
Conclusion:While the Bible consistently teaches that God will recompense individuals according to their deeds, it also emphasizes His mercy and grace. Through faith in Jesus Christ, believers are assured of forgiveness and the promise of eternal life, underscoring the balance between justice and mercy in God's character.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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imp. & p. p.) of Recompense.
Greek
2865. komizo -- to bear, carry... care of) Definition to bear, carry NASB Word Usage brought (1), obtaining (1), receive
(4), receive back (1), received...back (2), receiving (1),
recompensed (1
...Strong's Hebrew
7725. shub -- to turn back, return... his back (1), put the back (1), put back (1), rebuilt* (2), recall (2), recalls*
(1), receded (1), recompense (1), recompense* (1),
recompensed (4), recovered
...Library
June 19. "Who Hath First Given to Him, and it Shall beRecompensed...
... JUNE 19. "Who hath first given to Him, and it shall berecompensed unto
him again" (Rom. xi. 35). "Who hath first given to Him, and...
The Present Recompense
... Proverbs 11:31. "Behold, the righteous shall berecompensed in the earth: much more
the wicked and the sinner.".... How were theyrecompensed in the earth?...
Christ Predestinated to be the Son of God.
... For that generation was notrecompensed to Christ, but given; that He should be
born, namely, of the Spirit and the Virgin, separate from all entanglement of...
Twenty-Third Lesson Bear Fruit, that the Father May Give what Ye...
... In Psalm 18, David says: The Lord rewarded me according to my righteousness; according
to the cleanness of my hands hath Herecompensed me. . . ....
David's Song of victory
... in me. The LORD rewarded me according to my righteousness: According to
the cleanness of my hands hath herecompensed me. For I...
Retribution
... news that "the wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the people that forget
God;" while, as for the news that the wicked shall berecompensed on the earth...
The Judgment.
... 2. And as the ministers of Christ's gospel shall at this day berecompensed, so
shall also those more private saints be with tender affections and love looked...
The Gospel Supper
... For thou shalt berecompensed at the resurrection of the just!" Thus did our Lord
entertain the company. Words spoken in such due season, how good are they!...
The Lessons of a Feast
... And thou shalt be blessed; for they cannot recompense thee: for thou shalt be
recompensed at the resurrection of the just.' "Luke 14:1-14....
B. The Second Stages. Chs. 13:22 to 17:10
... poor, the maimed, the lame, the blind: 14 and thou shalt be blessed; because they
have not wherewith to recompense thee: for thou shalt berecompensed in the...
Thesaurus
Recompensed (20 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Recompensed (20 Occurrences).
... Romans 11:35 Or who hath
first given to him, and it shall be
recompensed unto him again? (KJV ASV WBS).
...Recompense (79 Occurrences)
... (ASV DBY WBS YLT). Luke 14:14 And thou shalt be blessed; for they cannot recompense
thee: for thou shalt berecompensed at the resurrection of the just....
Repaid (16 Occurrences)
... (WEB). Proverbs 13:21 Evil pursueth sinners; But the righteous shall berecompensed
with good.... (WEB NIV). Jeremiah 18:20 Shall evil berecompensed for good?...
Wherewith (182 Occurrences)
... Luke 14:14 and thou shalt be blessed; because they have not 'wherewith' to recompense
thee: for thou shalt berecompensed in the resurrection of the just....
Proper (62 Occurrences)
... Yahweh is recompensing," to Shelemiah, "Yahweh's recompensing" (1 Chronicles
26:1, 2 with 1 Chronicles 26:14); Meshullam, "recompensed," to Shallum...
Yesternight (4 Occurrences)
... 2 Kings 9:26 Have I not the blood of Naboth and the blood of his sons seen yesternight
-- the affirmation of Jehovah -- yea, I haverecompensed to thee in this...
Kenites (8 Occurrences)
... unrighteous to forget the kindnesses shown to his people; but they shall be remembered
another day, at the farthest in the great day, andrecompensed in the...
Overtaken (36 Occurrences)
... said to him who 'is' over his house, 'Rise, pursue after the men; and thou hast
overtaken them, and thou hast said unto them, Why have yerecompensed evil for...
Whereby (46 Occurrences)
... Numbers 5:8 But if the man have no kinsman to recompense the trespass unto, let
the trespass berecompensed unto the LORD, even to the priest; beside the ram...
Recompenses (3 Occurrences)
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