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pay

Meaning of “pay”

To discharge a debt or obligation; to render what is due, fulfill a promise, reward, or recompense.

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39 occurrences38 verses17 booksKJV PCE

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First occurrence: Exodus 21:19

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Proverbs 19:17
He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the Lord; and that which he hath given will he pay him again.
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The 1611 reading & marginal notes
1611 witness · Proverbs 19:17 · retained source text

Hee that hath pity vpon the poore, lendeth vnto the LORD; and that which he hath giuen, will he pay him againe.

1611 marginal noteOr, his deed.

1611 marginal noteMat. 10.42. and 25.40. 2.cor. 9.6. and 7.

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