King James Version with full narration by Alexander Scourby
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Recompense
CategoryArchaic Word / Theological Term
Modern Equivalentrepayment; reward; retribution; return for what was done.
KJV Word TypeNoun / Verb
DefinitionA return or repayment for something done — whether reward for good deeds or retribution for evil. God is described as the one who recompenses the wicked and rewards the righteous. Believers are instructed not to recompense evil for evil but to leave vengeance to God.
Key Verses"Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men." (Romans 12:17); "To me belongeth vengeance, and recompence; their foot shall slide in due time." (Deuteronomy 32:35)