Bible Dictionary

Repentance

The act of turning from sin or changing one's mind.

Quick Reference

Total Entries

516

Entry Position

394 of 516

Letter

R

Meaning

The act of turning from sin or changing one's mind.

Key Scriptures

  • 2 Chronicles 7:14
  • Ezekiel 18:30-32
  • Matthew 3:2
  • Luke 13:3
  • Acts 2:38
  • Acts 3:19
  • Acts 17:30
  • 2 Peter 3:9

Also Called

repent

Original Language

Greek

μετάνοια

metanoia

repentance; change of mind

Meaning

Repentance is the act of turning from sin or changing one’s mind.


Biblical Usage

In Scripture, repentance refers to turning, changing one’s mind, or turning away from sin toward God.

It is proclaimed throughout both the Old and New Testaments.


Key References

  • 2 Chronicles 7:14
  • Ezekiel 18:30-32
  • Matthew 3:2
  • Luke 13:3
  • Acts 2:38
  • Acts 3:19
  • Acts 17:30
  • 2 Peter 3:9

  • Forgiveness
  • Conversion
  • Faith
  • Obedience
  • Confession

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Scriptures

  • 2 Chronicles 7:14
  • Ezekiel 18:30-32
  • Matthew 3:2
  • Luke 13:3
  • Acts 2:38
  • Acts 3:19
  • Acts 17:30
  • 2 Peter 3:9

Related Terms

Study Topics

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