Redemption

In the Bible, redemption refers to the act of being saved or liberated from sin, guilt, or bondage, and it often carries the connotation of being purchased or delivered by a price. The Hebrew term for redemption, "ga'al," encompasses the idea of a kinsman-redeemer, someone who has the obligation to rescue a relative in distress, as seen in the story of Ruth and Boaz (Ruth 4:1-10). This concept is central to the Old Testament, where God frequently promises to redeem His people from oppression and sin (Isaiah 43:1).In the New Testament, redemption is primarily associated with the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ, who is seen as the ultimate Redeemer. The Greek word "apolutrosis" signifies liberation through payment, emphasizing that Christ's blood was the price for humanity's sins (Ephesians 1:7, 1 Peter 1:18-19). This act of redemption is not just a one-time event but a transformative process that restores believers to a right relationship with God, allowing them to experience forgiveness, grace, and the hope of eternal life (Romans 3:24, Colossians 1:13-14). Thus, redemption in the biblical context encompasses both a past event and an ongoing relationship with the Divine.

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