Divine Lexicon

Term

particular redemption

Also known as Limited atonement

A Reformed doctrine, also known as limited atonement, which holds that Christ's death was specifically intended for the elect.

Filed underSoteriology

Definition

Another, more preferable term for the Reformed doctrine of 'limited atonement.' The view that Christ's death was specifically intended for the elect.

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Sources

  1. 1.Wayne A. Grudem Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed.. (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020). 27D.1Original citation: Grudem, Wayne A. Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020, 27D.1.

Last revised August 14, 2026