The Bible For Normal People Episode 183: Jennifer Bashaw - What Did the Crucifixion Do?
Oct 18, 2021
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Christus Victor's Biblical Battle Theme
- Christus Victor depicts Jesus' death as a victory over evil forces like Satan, freeing humanity from their power.
- The Bible uses varied metaphors, blending ransom, freedom, and legal imagery in this battle motif.
Anselm’s Contextual Satisfaction Theory
- Anselm's Satisfaction Theory reflects his 11th century feudal context, framing Jesus' death as satisfying God's honor.
- This use of cultural metaphors shows how theological ideas adapt to different historical settings.
PSA's Legal Focus and Biblical Weakness
- Penal Substitution Atonement (PSA) arose with Reformers like Luther focusing on legal justice and punishment.
- Its biblical basis is weak and mostly built on cherry-picked verses, despite being widely used today.