Term
oblation
The act of offering gifts and sacrifices to appease divine wrath.
Filed underChristologySoteriology
Definition
A primary function of the priesthood involving the presentation of sacrifices to God in order to address human sin and propitiate divine wrath. In Christology, it refers to Christ's once-for-all sacrifice on the cross.
Connections
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- Contrasted with
- intercessionTerm
- Part of
- Synonym of
- sacrificeTermOblation is defined as the giving of gifts and sacrifices.
- Related to
- wrath (God's)Term
Sources
- 1.R. Albert Mohler Prophet, Priest, & King. (B&H Publishing Group, 2025).
Last revised August 14, 2026