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➢Recompense: (n.) an equivalent or a return for something…

“➢Recompense: (n.) an equivalent or a return for something done, suffered, or given; (v.) to return in kind, requite, repay. Thou showest lovingkindness unto thousands, and recompensest the iniquity of the fathers into the bosom of their children after them: the Great, the Mighty God, the LORD of…” quote by John Eckhardt
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““➢Recompense: (n.) an equivalent or a return for something done, suffered, or given; (v.) to return in kind, requite, repay. Thou showest lovingkindness unto thousands, and recompensest the iniquity of the fathers into the bosom of their children after them: the Great, the Mighty God, the LORD of hosts, is his name. (Jeremiah 32:18) Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. (Romans 12:19 The””

John Eckhardt

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Recompense means giving an equivalent return, often divine justice for actions.

In simple terms: Return for actions, sometimes divine.

Key Takeaway

Consider fairness in actions.

Themes

justice retribution divine law

Mood

thoughtful spiritual

Type

theological ethical

When to use this quote

  • legal judgments
  • personal grievances
  • spiritual belief

Key Concepts

karma ethical reciprocity

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you believe in equal retaliation?
  • How do you reconcile personal forgiveness with divine justice?
A Different Perspective

Human justice may differ from divine expectations.

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