The meaning of “ἀνταποδίδωμι”
Understanding antapodídōmi reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
recompense, render, repay. - to requite (good or evil)
ἀνταποδίδωμι
recompense, render, repay. - to requite (good or evil)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 14:14 | “And thou shalt be blessed; for they cannot recompense thee: for thou shalt be recompensed at the resurrection of the just.” Word: ἀνταποδίδωμι (antapodídōmi) | |
| Romans 12:19 | “Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.” Word: ἀνταποδίδωμι (antapodídōmi) | |
| 1 Thessalonians 3:9 | “For what thanks can we render to God again for you, for all the joy wherewith we joy for your sakes before our God;” Word: ἀνταποδίδωμι (antapodídōmi) | |
| 2 Thessalonians 1:6 | “Seeing it is a righteous thing with God to recompense tribulation to them that trouble you;” Word: ἀνταποδίδωμι (antapodídōmi) | |
| Hebrews 10:30 | “For we know him that hath said, Vengeance belongeth unto me, I will recompense, saith the Lord. And again, The Lord shall judge his people.” Word: ἀνταποδίδωμι (antapodídōmi) |