Salvation
Salvation
Salvation (pronunciation: /sælˈveɪʃən/) is a term used in various religious contexts to describe the saving or deliverance of a person or soul from sin and its consequences. The term is derived from the Latin word 'salvatio', which means 'a saving or delivering'.
Etymology
The term 'salvation' comes from the Old French 'salvacion', from Late Latin 'salvationem' (nominative 'salvatio'), a noun of action from past participle stem of 'salvare' (to save). The spiritual sense of "saving from the consequences of sin" is attested from the 14th century.
Related Terms
- Redemption: In many religions, redemption is the process by which individuals are saved from sin or evil. It often involves a deity or divine being sacrificing something of great value to save humanity.
- Atonement: Atonement refers to the act of making amends or reparation for an offense or a sin. It is often used in a religious context to refer to the reconciliation of God and humankind through the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ in Christian theology.
- Justification: In Christian theology, justification is God's act of removing the guilt and penalty of sin while, at the same time, declaring the sinner righteous through Christ's atoning sacrifice.
- Sanctification: Sanctification is the act or process of acquiring sanctity, of being made or becoming holy. In Christianity, sanctification is an act of God, not something that is earned by man.
- Grace: In Christian belief, grace is the free and unmerited favor of God, as manifested in the salvation of sinners and the bestowal of blessings.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Salvation
- Wikipedia's article - Salvation
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