Topical Encyclopedia The concept of "redeem" in the Bible is rich with theological significance, encompassing ideas of deliverance, restoration, and salvation. The term is derived from the Hebrew word "ga'al" and the Greek word "lutroo," both of which carry the connotation of buying back or freeing from bondage through a payment or ransom.Old Testament Context In the Old Testament, the idea of redemption is closely tied to the laws and customs of ancient Israel. One of the primary roles of a "kinsman-redeemer" (Hebrew: "go'el") was to redeem a relative who had fallen into slavery or debt. This is vividly illustrated in the Book of Ruth, where Boaz acts as a kinsman-redeemer for Ruth and Naomi, ensuring their protection and provision (Ruth 4:1-10). The concept of redemption is also central to the Israelites' deliverance from Egypt. God is portrayed as the ultimate Redeemer who rescues His people from slavery. In Exodus 6:6 , God declares, "Therefore tell the Israelites: ‘I am the LORD, and I will bring you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians. I will free you from being slaves to them, and I will redeem you with an outstretched arm and with mighty acts of judgment.’" The Year of Jubilee, described in Leviticus 25, further underscores the theme of redemption. Every fiftieth year, land that had been sold was to be returned to its original owner, and those who had sold themselves into servitude were to be freed. This practice symbolized God's desire for restoration and freedom for His people. New Testament Fulfillment In the New Testament, the concept of redemption reaches its fulfillment in the person and work of Jesus Christ. Jesus is presented as the ultimate Redeemer who delivers humanity from the bondage of sin and death. The Apostle Paul writes in Galatians 3:13 , "Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, for it is written: 'Cursed is everyone who is hung on a tree.'" The sacrificial death of Jesus is seen as the ransom paid for the redemption of sinners. In Ephesians 1:7 , Paul states, "In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace." This redemption is not only a release from the penalty of sin but also a restoration to a right relationship with God. The Book of Revelation also speaks of the ultimate redemption of creation. In Revelation 5:9 , the heavenly hosts sing a new song, proclaiming, "Worthy are You to take the scroll and open its seals, because You were slain, and by Your blood You purchased for God those from every tribe and tongue and people and nation." Theological Implications Theologically, redemption is a central theme that underscores God's love, justice, and mercy. It highlights the costliness of sin and the profound grace of God in providing a means of salvation. Redemption is not merely a past event but has ongoing implications for believers, who are called to live as those who have been bought with a price (1 Corinthians 6:20). In summary, the biblical concept of redemption encompasses God's historical acts of deliverance, the sacrificial work of Christ, and the future hope of complete restoration. It is a testament to God's unwavering commitment to rescue and restore His creation. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (v. t.) To purchase back; to regain possession of by payment of a stipulated price; to repurchase.2. (v. t.) To recall, as an estate, or to regain, as mortgaged property, by paying what may be due by force of the mortgage. 3. (v. t.) To regain by performing the obligation or condition stated; to discharge the obligation mentioned in, as a promissory note, bond, or other evidence of debt; as, to redeem bank notes with coin. 4. (v. t.) To ransom, liberate, or rescue from captivity or bondage, or from any obligation or liability to suffer or to be forfeited, by paying a price or ransom; to ransom; to rescue; to recover; as, to redeem a captive, a pledge, and the like. 5. (v. t.) Hence, to rescue and deliver from the bondage of sin and the penalties of God's violated law. 6. (v. t.) To make good by performing fully; to fulfill; as, to redeem one's promises. 7. (v. t.) To pay the penalty of; to make amends for; to serve as an equivalent or offset for; to atone for; to compensate; as, to redeem an error. Greek 3084. lutroo -- to release by paying a ransom, to redeem ... to release by paying a ransom, to redeem. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: lutroo Phonetic Spelling: (loo-tro'-o) Short Definition: I ransom, liberate ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3084.htm - 7k 1805. exagorazo -- to buy up, ie ransom, fig. to rescue from loss 59. agorazo -- to buy in the marketplace, purchase 629. apolutrosis -- a release effected by payment of ransom Strong's Hebrew 1350. gaal -- to redeem, act as kinsman... 1349, 1350. gaal. 1351 . to redeem, act as kinsman. Transliteration: gaal Phonetic Spelling: (gaw-al') Short Definition: redeemed. Word Origin a prim. ... /hebrew/1350.htm - 6k 6299. padah -- to ransom 6304. peduth -- ransom 1353. geullah -- redemption, perhaps kin 6561. paraq -- to tear apart or away 7069. qanah -- to get, acquire Library Christ Alone is Able to Teach Divine Things, and to Redeem Us: He ... Christ the Redeemer The Second Part. Whether Christ's Passion Brought About Our Salvation by Way of ... Psalm XLIX. Mercy must be Freely Shown Even Though it Brings an Odium of Its ... Epistle xxxv. To Anthemius, Subdeacon. God's Offspring The Kinsman Redeemer "That the Righteousness of the Law Might be Fulfilled in Us," Thesaurus Redeem (56 Occurrences)... the obligation or condition stated; to discharge the obligation mentioned in, as a promissory note, bond, or other evidence of debt; as, to redeem bank notes ... /r/redeem.htm - 25k Kinsman (29 Occurrences) Waxen (12 Occurrences) Kin (18 Occurrences) Firstling (8 Occurrences) Waxed (57 Occurrences) Disclose (16 Occurrences) Prospers (10 Occurrences) Suggest (1 Occurrence) Donkey (84 Occurrences) Resources What is the meaning of “redeeming the time” in Ephesians 5:16? | GotQuestions.orgDoes Psalm 49:7 mean that Jesus could not have redeemed us on the cross? | GotQuestions.org What is the meaning of Christian redemption? | GotQuestions.org Redeem: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Redeem (56 Occurrences)Luke 24:21 Galatians 3:13 Galatians 4:5 Titus 2:14 Exodus 6:6 Exodus 13:13 Exodus 13:15 Exodus 21:30 Exodus 34:20 Leviticus 25:25 Leviticus 25:26 Leviticus 25:29 Leviticus 25:32 Leviticus 25:33 Leviticus 25:48 Leviticus 25:49 Leviticus 27:13 Leviticus 27:15 Leviticus 27:19 Leviticus 27:20 Leviticus 27:27 Leviticus 27:31 Numbers 18:15 Numbers 18:16 Numbers 18:17 Ruth 3:13 Ruth 4:4 Ruth 4:6 2 Samuel 7:23 1 Chronicles 17:21 Nehemiah 5:5 Job 3:5 Job 5:20 Job 6:23 Psalms 25:22 Psalms 26:11 Psalms 31:5 Psalms 44:26 Psalms 49:7 Psalms 49:15 Psalms 55:18 Psalms 69:18 Psalms 72:14 Psalms 74:2 Psalms 77:15 Psalms 119:134 Psalms 119:154 Psalms 130:8 Isaiah 50:2 Jeremiah 15:21 Jeremiah 31:11 Jeremiah 32:8 Hosea 7:13 Hosea 13:14 Micah 4:10 Zechariah 10:8 Subtopics Related Terms |
    |