Bible Dictionary

Restoration

The act of returning something to its former condition or restoring what was lost.

Quick Reference

Total Entries

516

Entry Position

397 of 516

Letter

R

Meaning

The act of returning something to its former condition or restoring what was lost.

Key Scriptures

  • Job 42:10
  • Psalm 23:3
  • Joel 2:25-27
  • Matthew 12:13
  • Acts 3:21
  • Galatians 6:1
  • 1 Peter 5:10

Also Called

restore

Meaning

Restoration is the act of returning something to its former condition or restoring what was lost.


Biblical Usage

In Scripture, restoration refers to the return, recovery, or rebuilding of people, places, possessions, or relationships.

The term appears in both literal and figurative contexts.


Key References

  • Job 42:10
  • Psalm 23:3
  • Joel 2:25-27
  • Matthew 12:13
  • Acts 3:21
  • Galatians 6:1
  • 1 Peter 5:10

  • Renewal
  • Redemption
  • Reconciliation
  • Healing
  • Remnant

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Scriptures

  • Job 42:10
  • Psalm 23:3
  • Joel 2:25-27
  • Matthew 12:13
  • Acts 3:21
  • Galatians 6:1
  • 1 Peter 5:10

Related Terms

Study Topics

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