What Does Redemption Mean?

Redemption Is an Important Concept in Christianity

What Does Redemption Mean?
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Redemption Definition


Redemption is the English translation of the Greek word agorazo, meaning "to purchase in the marketplace." In ancient times, it often referred to the act of buying a slave. It carried the meaning of freeing someone from chains, prison, or slavery.

What Does Redemption Mean to Christians?



The third Greek word connected with redemption is lutroo, meaning "to obtain release by the payment of a price." The price (or ransom), in Christianity, was Christ's precious blood, obtaining our release from sin and death.

In the story of Ruth, Boaz was a kinsman-redeemer, taking on the responsibility to provide children through Ruth for her deceased husband, a relative of Boaz. Symbolically, Boaz was also a forerunner of Christ, who paid a price to redeem Ruth. Motivated by love, Boaz saved Ruth and her mother-in-law Naomi from a hopeless situation. The story beautifully illustrates how Jesus Christ redeems our lives.

The Bible's Theme Is Redemption

Biblical redemption centers on God.

God is the ultimate redeemer, saving his chosen ones from sin, evil, trouble, bondage, and death. Redemption is an act of God's grace, rescuing and restoring his people. It is the thread woven through every page of the Bible.

Biblical References to Redemption

Luke 27-28

Romans 3:23-24

Ephesians 1:7-8

Galatians 3:13

Galatians 4:3–5


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By his sacrificial death, Jesus Christ paid for our redemption.
