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repentance

[ri-pen-tns, -pen-tuhns] / rɪˈpɛn tns, -ˈpɛn təns /


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He also visits a religious commune and witnesses actual generosity only to remain apathetic about repentance or emotional growth.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2026

This insight reminds me of a Lenten devotional piece by Jesuit Rick Ganz, who discloses what motivates repentance.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 23, 2026

The day marks the beginning of Lent, the most solemn season of repentance in the ecclesiastical year.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 12, 2026

The frail Jones expressed regret for his past and Lee decided to believe his repentance was sincere.

From BBC ● Dec. 31, 2025

His God required deliverance and repentance and full-immersion baptism.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx


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