Abstract
For various theological, moral and particularly exegetical reasons the interpretation of the death of Jesus as a sacrificial death is nowadays seriously criticized. According to a widely shared opinion salvation takes place ‘in spite of’ the cross of Jesus in stead of ‘due to’ his death on the cross. In this article some of the common objections made against the sacrificial model are discussed, and an attempt is made to reinterpret the concept of the atonement.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callSimilar Papers
More From: NTT Journal for Theology and the Study of Religion
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
