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# reconcile, reconciles, reconciled, reconciliation
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## Definition:
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To "reconcile" and "reconciliation" refer to "make peace" between people who were formerly enemies of each other. "Reconciliation" is that act of making peace
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* In the Bible, this term usually refer to Gods reconciling people to himself through the sacrifice of his Son, Jesus Christ.
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* 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.
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* Through trusting in Jesus's sacrifice as payment for their sin, people can be forgiven and have peace with God.
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## Translation Suggestions:
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* The term "reconcile" could be translated as "make peace" or "restore good relations" or "cause to be friends."
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* The term "reconciliation" could be translated as "restoring good relations" or "making peace" or "causing peaceful relating."
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(See also: [peace](../other/peace.md), [sacrifice](../other/sacrifice.md))
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## Bible References:
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* [2 Corinthians 05:19](rc://en/tn/help/2co/05/19)
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* [Colossians 01:18-20](rc://en/tn/help/col/01/18)
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* [Matthew 05:24](rc://en/tn/help/mat/05/24)
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* [Proverbs 13:17-18](rc://en/tn/help/pro/13/17)
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* [Romans 05:10](rc://en/tn/help/rom/05/10)
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## Word Data:
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* Strong's: G604, G1259, G2643, G2644
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