Meaning
Redemption is the act of redeeming, rescuing, or buying back.
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, redemption refers to deliverance, release, or the act of buying back.
The term is used of people, property, and God’s work of redemption throughout the Bible.
Key References
- Exodus 6:6
- Leviticus 25:24-25
- Psalm 111:9
- Luke 21:28
- Romans 3:24
- Ephesians 1:7
- Colossians 1:14
- Hebrews 9:12
Related Terms
- Redeemer
- Ransom
- Salvation
- Forgiveness
- Grace