Definition and Context:
Repaying, in a biblical context, refers to the act of returning something to someone, whether it be a debt, a favor, or recompense for an action. It encompasses both financial transactions and moral or spiritual obligations. The concept of repaying is deeply rooted in the principles of justice, fairness, and righteousness as outlined in the Scriptures.

Old Testament References:
The Old Testament provides numerous instances where repaying is addressed, often in the context of justice and retribution. In Exodus 22:14, the law states, "If a man borrows an animal from his neighbor and it is injured or dies while the owner is not present, he must make full restitution." This reflects the principle of responsibility and the necessity of repaying what is owed.

Proverbs 19:17 highlights the moral aspect of repaying kindness: "Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the LORD, and He will reward them for what they have done." This verse suggests that acts of kindness are seen as loans to God Himself, who will repay the giver.

New Testament Teachings:
The New Testament expands on the concept of repaying, emphasizing love, forgiveness, and the transformation of the heart. In Romans 12:17, Paul instructs, "Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Carefully consider what is right in the eyes of everybody." This teaching encourages believers to rise above retaliation and to act with integrity and righteousness.

Jesus' teachings in the Sermon on the Mount further illustrate this principle. In Matthew 5:38-39, He says, "You have heard that it was said, 'Eye for eye and tooth for tooth.' But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also." Here, Jesus calls for a radical departure from the traditional understanding of repayment, advocating for forgiveness and non-retaliation.

Spiritual Implications:
Repaying is not only a matter of financial or social obligation but also a spiritual principle. In the parable of the unforgiving servant (Matthew 18:21-35), Jesus illustrates the importance of forgiving others as we have been forgiven by God. The servant who was forgiven a great debt but refused to forgive a smaller debt owed to him is condemned, highlighting the expectation that believers should mirror God's grace in their dealings with others.

Practical Application:
Believers are encouraged to repay debts and fulfill obligations as a testimony of their faith and integrity. Romans 13:7 advises, "Pay everyone what you owe him: taxes to whom taxes are due, revenue to whom revenue is due, respect to whom respect is due, and honor to whom honor is due." This encompasses all forms of repayment, whether financial, social, or spiritual.

Conclusion:
The biblical concept of repaying is multifaceted, encompassing justice, mercy, and grace. It calls believers to act with integrity, to forgive as they have been forgiven, and to trust in God's ultimate justice and provision.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Repay.

Whether in Giving Thanks we Should Look at the Benefactor's ...
... the deed? Objection 1: It seems that in repaying favors we should not
look at the benefactor's disposition but at the deed. For ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether in giving thanks we.htm

Whether a Man is Bound to Give Thanks to Every Benefactor?
... Hence the natural order requires that he who has received a favor should, by repaying
the favor, turn to his benefactor according to the mode of each. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether a man is bound 6.htm

Whether a Man is Bound to Repay a Favor at Once?
... a favor two things are to be considered, namely, the affection of the heart and
the gift, so also must these things be considered in repaying the favor. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether a man is bound 7.htm

Whether Ingratitude is Always a Sin?
... man sins in what he cannot avoid." Now sometimes it is not in the power of the sinner
to avoid ingratitude, for instance when he has not the means of repaying. ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether ingratitude is always a.htm

Whether the Repayment of Gratitude Should Surpass the Favor ...
... v, 5): "We should repay those who are gracious to us, by being gracious to them
return," and this is done by repaying more than we have received. ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the repayment of gratitude.htm

Concerning the Passion of Christ, and Its Old Testament ...
... Him through your means [1316] might be fulfilled; just as, in the Psalms, the Spirit
Himself of Christ was already singing, saying, "They were repaying me evil ...
/.../tertullian/an answer to the jews/chapter x concerning the passion of.htm

Life in London
... "Well," I remarked, "that is very inconvenient for me, as I have already advanced
the money, and I know his wife will have no means of repaying it." The clerk ...
//christianbookshelf.org/taylor/a retrospect/chapter v life in london.htm

God Calling Yet.
... So long His loving, faithful voice despising; So falsely His unwearied
care repaying? He calls me still, and still I am delaying. ...
/.../borthwick/hymns from the land of luther/god calling yet.htm

The Rewards of Modesty and Unselfishness
... Then you will be blessed. For they have no way of repaying you, and you will
be rewarded when the upright rise from the dead.". Peter ...
/.../sherman/the childrens bible/the rewards of modesty and.htm

Whether a Man Can Merit Anything from God
... We proceed to the first article thus: 1. It seems that a man cannot merit anything
from God. No one merits a reward by repaying what he owes to another. ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/nature and grace/article one whether a man 2.htm

Repaying (5 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Repay. Multi-Version Concordance
Repaying (5 Occurrences). 1 Timothy 5:4 But if any ...
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Repayment (6 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) The act of repaying; reimbursement. 2. (n.)
The money or other thing repaid. Multi-Version Concordance ...
/r/repayment.htm - 8k

Repayeth (16 Occurrences)

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Hating (95 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 7:10 and repaying to those hating Him, unto their face, to destroy them;
He delayeth not to him who is hating Him -- unto his face, He repayeth to ...
/h/hating.htm - 33k

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