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The meaning of propitiation in [[Christianity]] is the atonement by [[Christ]] of the sins of mankind.

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In the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]], the author (possibly [[Jesus]] himself) explained:<ref>Hebrews 2:17 (ESV)</ref>

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{{cquote|Therefore he [Jesus] had to be made like his brothers in every respect, so that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make '''''propitiation''''' for the sins of the people.}}

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Romans and 1 John also refer to propitiation by Jesus of our sins.

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== References ==

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[[Category:Bible]]

[[category:sin]]

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