satisfaction theory of atonement
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The satisfaction theory of atonement is a Christian theological view, rooted in Anselm of Canterbury, which holds that Christ’s death satisfies the honor or justice of God offended by human sin, thereby reconciling humanity to God.
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| satisfaction theory of atonement canonical | 1 |
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Entity disambiguation (via context triple)
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Target entity: satisfaction theory of atonement Context triple: [Atonement, hasModel, satisfaction theory of atonement]
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Christus Victor theory of atonement
The Christus Victor theory of atonement is a Christian theological view that portrays Jesus’ death and resurrection primarily as a cosmic victory over the powers of sin, death, and the devil, liberating humanity from their bondage.
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Arminianism
Arminianism is a Protestant theological tradition emphasizing human free will in accepting or resisting divine grace, in contrast to the strict predestinarian views of Calvinism.
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Original sin
Original sin is the Christian doctrine that humanity inherits a fallen, sinful condition from the first humans’ disobedience to God, necessitating divine grace for salvation.
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Truth and Service
Truth and Service is the English motto of Howard University, encapsulating its commitment to academic integrity and community uplift.
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Veritas et Utilitas
Veritas et Utilitas is the Latin motto of Howard University, expressing its commitment to truth and service.
- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
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Entity disambiguation (via description)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: satisfaction theory of atonement Target entity description: The satisfaction theory of atonement is a Christian theological view, rooted in Anselm of Canterbury, which holds that Christ’s death satisfies the honor or justice of God offended by human sin, thereby reconciling humanity to God.
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A.
Christus Victor theory of atonement
The Christus Victor theory of atonement is a Christian theological view that portrays Jesus’ death and resurrection primarily as a cosmic victory over the powers of sin, death, and the devil, liberating humanity from their bondage.
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B.
Arminianism
Arminianism is a Protestant theological tradition emphasizing human free will in accepting or resisting divine grace, in contrast to the strict predestinarian views of Calvinism.
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C.
Original sin
Original sin is the Christian doctrine that humanity inherits a fallen, sinful condition from the first humans’ disobedience to God, necessitating divine grace for salvation.
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D.
Truth and Service
Truth and Service is the English motto of Howard University, encapsulating its commitment to academic integrity and community uplift.
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E.
Veritas et Utilitas
Veritas et Utilitas is the Latin motto of Howard University, expressing its commitment to truth and service.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (47)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
Christian theological doctrine
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atonement theory ⓘ doctrine of salvation ⓘ |
| aimsToExplain | how Christ’s death reconciles humanity to God ⓘ |
| associatedWithTradition |
Roman Catholic theology
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classical Protestant theology ⓘ |
| basisInConcept | feudal notions of honor and satisfaction ⓘ |
| category | soteriology ⓘ |
| centralQuestion | Why did God become man? ⓘ |
| claimsThat |
human beings cannot themselves make adequate satisfaction for sin
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only a God–man can make sufficient satisfaction ⓘ |
| contrastsWith |
moral influence theory of atonement
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ransom theory of atonement ⓘ |
| criticizedFor |
portraying God as requiring satisfaction
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reliance on feudal honor categories ⓘ |
| debatedIn | contemporary systematic theology ⓘ |
| developedInWork | Cur Deus Homo ⓘ |
| distinguishedFrom | penal substitution by focus on satisfaction of honor rather than legal penalty ⓘ |
| effectOnBelievers |
forgiveness of sins
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restored fellowship with God ⓘ |
| emphasizes |
divine honor
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divine justice ⓘ objective change in God–human relationship ⓘ |
| focusesOn | death of Christ ⓘ |
| hasPrimaryProponent | Anselm of Canterbury ⓘ |
| historicalPeriod | medieval Christian theology ⓘ |
| holdsThat |
God’s honor or justice must be satisfied
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human sin creates a debt or obligation toward God ⓘ human sin offends the honor of God ⓘ |
| influenced |
Reformation-era atonement doctrines
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penal substitution theory of atonement ⓘ scholastic theology ⓘ |
| influencedBy | Anselm’s metaphysical and ethical views ⓘ |
| originatedIn | Western Christianity ⓘ |
| relatedConcept |
divine justice
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divine mercy ⓘ sacrifice of Christ ⓘ substitutionary atonement ⓘ |
| religiousTradition | Christianity ⓘ |
| resultIs | reconciliation between God and humanity ⓘ |
| scripturalAppeal | New Testament texts on Christ’s sacrificial death ⓘ |
| teachesThat |
Christ offers satisfaction to God on behalf of humanity
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Christ’s obedience and death provide superabundant satisfaction ⓘ |
| understandsAtonementAs | restoration of divine honor ⓘ |
| understandsChristAs |
one who offers satisfaction beyond what is owed
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representative of humanity before God ⓘ |
| understandsSinAs | failure to render due honor to God ⓘ |
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