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Redemption in the Bible
To redeem is to buy back. The Bible pictures God paying the price to free His people — from Egypt, from sin, from death — culminating in the cross.
Greek & Hebrew words
Greek (New Testament)
Key KJV verses
All verses →Ephesians 1:7
“In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace.”Read in context
Job 19:25
“For I know that my redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth.”Read in context
1 Peter 1:18
“Ye were not redeemed with corruptible things... but with the precious blood of Christ.”Read in context
The kinsman-redeemer
Ga'al (H1350) describes the relative who steps in to rescue a lost inheritance or person — Boaz in Ruth, and ultimately Christ for His people.
Redemption through Christ's blood
The New Testament names the price: not silver or gold, but the precious blood of Christ (1 Peter 1:18–19; Ephesians 1:7).
Frequently asked questions
What does redemption mean in the Bible?
To buy back, ransom, or release — God paying the price to free His people from bondage and sin (Ephesians 1:7; Titus 2:14).
What is a kinsman-redeemer?
Ga'al (H1350) — a near relative with the right and resources to buy back a lost inheritance or family member, foreshadowing Christ (Ruth 4; Galatians 4:4–5).