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The Definition of the word Redeemer

Redeemer

Heb. goel; i.e., one charged with the duty of restoring the "rights of another and avenging his wrongs (Lev. 25:48, 49; Num." "5:8; Ruth 4:1; Job 19:25; Ps. 19:14; 78:35, etc.). This title is" peculiarly applied to Christ. He redeems us from all evil by the payment of a ransom (q.v.). (See [524]REDEMPTION.)


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The New Testament