Encyclopedic Dictionary of Bible and Theology

Rex Christe Factor Omnium is the beginning of a hymn ascribed to Gregory the Great (q.v.). Luther is said to have pronounced this to be the best hymn. We subjoin the first verse in both Latin and English: Rex Christe, factor omnium, Redemptor et credentium, Placare votis supplicum Te laudibus colentium. O Christ, our king, … Continue reading “Rex Christe Factor Omnium”

Rewards Future rewards for the Christian are spoken of frequently in the N.T. They are open to all. A cup of cold water given to a disciple because he belongs to Christ, shall not lose its reward, Mar 9:41; and the Lord Jesus said, “Behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to … Continue reading “Rewards”

Rewarder “one who pays wages” (misthos, “wages,” apo, “back,” didomi, “to give”), is used by metonymy in Heb 11:6, of God, as the “Rewarder” of those who “seek after Him” (RV). Cp. misthapodosia, “recompence.” Fuente: Vine’s Dictionary of New Testament Words

REWARD-PUNISHMENT (A) REWARD(1) For Spiritual Service –SEE Future Life, FUTURE, THE (2) For Suffering Endured –SEE Future Life, FUTURE, THE Overcomers, BATTLE OF LIFE (3) General References to Gen 15:1; Psa 19:9; Psa 19:11; Psa 58:11; Isa 40:10; Isa 62:11; Jer 31:16 Mat 6:4; 1Co 9:17; 2Jo 1:8; Rev 22:12 –SEE Spiritual Crowns, FUTURE, THE … Continue reading “REWARD-PUNISHMENT”

Reward (Noun and Verb) primarily “wages, hire,” and then, generally, “reward,” (a) received in this life, Mat 5:46; Mat 6:2, Mat 6:5, Mat 6:16; Rom 4:4; 1Co 9:17-18; of evil “rewards,” Act 1:18; see also HIRE; (b) to be received hereafter, Mat 5:12; Mat 10:41 (twice), Mat 10:42; Mar 9:41; Luk 6:23, Luk 6:35; 1Co … Continue reading “Reward (Noun and Verb)”

Reward It will be convenient, in the course of this article, (1) to define the usage of the term; (2) to indicate its occurrence in the apostolic writings; (3) briefly to set forth the place of this conception in the apostolic teaching. 1. The verb to reward is capable of neutral usage; it may mean … Continue reading “Reward”

Revolution Settlement The settlement of the Church of Scotland under William and Mary is socalled. It was dictated by policy, and did not restore the platform of 1638, but adopted the ratification of 1592. Its object was to restore peace and order, to put an end to agitation, and by the appearance of moderation to … Continue reading “Revolution Settlement”

Revolution, French The Revolution was not at the beginning a movement against the Church or clergy of France. The rank and file of the clergy were in favor of increasing the franchise of the Third Estate as representative of the people. No sooner, however, had the Constituent Assembly established itself than the old Gallican contention … Continue reading “Revolution, French”

Revolution, English James II, having reached the climax of his power after the successful suppression of Monmouth’s rebellion in 1685, then had the Tory reaction in his favour, complete control over Parliament and the town corporations, a regular army in England, a thoroughly Catholic army in process of formation in Ireland, and a large revenue … Continue reading “Revolution, English”

Revolution The name given to that change in the civil and ecclesiastical constitution of England which took place when James II had been expelled from the throne in the year 1688, and his son-in-law, William, prince of Orange, was elected by the voice of the people. The immediate occasion of the Revolution was a fallacious … Continue reading “Revolution”