About The Word Propitiation
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Propitiation
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What's The Definition Of Propitiation?
[n] the act of atoning for sin or wrongdoing (especially appeasing a deity)
[n] the act of placating and overcoming distrust and animosity Synonyms | Synonyms for Propitiation: atonement | conciliation | expiation | placation Related Terms | Find terms related to Propitiation: See Also | amends | appeasement | calming | redemption | reparation | salvation Propitiation In Webster's Dictionary \Pro*pi`ti*a"tion\, n. [L. propitiatio: cf. F.
propitiation.]
1. The act of appeasing the wrath and conciliating the favor
of an offended person; the act of making propitious.
2. (Theol.) That which propitiates; atonement or atoning
sacrifice; specifically, the influence or effects of the
death of Christ in appeasing the divine justice, and
conciliating the divine favor.
He [Jesus Christ] is the propitiation for our sins.
--1 John ii.
2.
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