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Grammar : Noun
Spell : ri-pen-tns, -pen-tuhns
Phonetic Transcription : rɪˈpɛn tns, -ˈpɛn təns

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Définition of repentance

Origin :
  • c.1300, from Old French repentance "penitence" (12c.), from present participle stem of repentir (see repent).
  • Repentance goes beyond feeling to express distinct purposes of turning from sin to righteousness; the Bible word most often translated repentance means a change of mental and spiritual attitude toward sin. [Century Dictionary]
  • noun feeling bad for past action

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