# reconcile

## Related Ideas:

reconciliation

## Definition:

The term "reconcile" refers to "making peace" between people who were formerly enemies of each other. "Reconciliation" is that act of making peace

* In the Bible, this term usually refers to God reconciling people to himself through the sacrifice of his Son, Jesus Christ.
* Because of sin, all human beings are God's enemies. But because of his compassionate love, God provided a way for people to be reconciled to him through Jesus.
* Through trusting in Jesus' sacrifice as payment for their sin, people can be forgiven and have peace with God.

## Translation Suggestions:

* The term "reconcile" could be translated as "make peace" or "restore good relations" or "cause to be friends."
* The term "reconciliation" could be translated as "restoring good relations" or "making peace" or "causing peaceful relating."

(See also: [peace](../other/peace.md), [sacrifice](../other/sacrifice.md))

## Bible References:

* [2 Corinthians 05:19](rc://en/tn/help/2co/05/19)
* [Colossians 01:18-20](rc://en/tn/help/col/01/18)
* [Matthew 05:24](rc://en/tn/help/mat/05/24)
* [Proverbs 13:17-18](rc://en/tn/help/pro/13/17)
* [Romans 05:10](rc://en/tn/help/rom/05/10)

## Word Data:

* Strong's: G525, G604, G1259, G2643, G2644

## Forms Found in the English ULB:

reconcile, reconciled, reconciles, reconciliation, reconciling