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- Mercy in Christianity: Biblical and Theological Notes
As Pope Francis recently affirmed, Sacred Scripture presents God as infinite mercy and as perfect justice It might appear, however, that the two are a contradiction: how can we reconcile the reality of mercy with the demands of justice?
- A Biblical Theology of Reconciliation
Reconciliation and Justice in the Old Testament The commitment to a practical expression of reconciliation in the covenant community is already evident in the books of the Law and the premise for it is set in the opening chapters of Genesis
- Topical Bible: Understanding Divine Justice and Mercy
The Bible reveals that divine justice and mercy are not contradictory but complementary God's justice ensures that sin is addressed, while His mercy provides a way for redemption
- Reconciling Divine Justice with Divine Mercy - The Raphael Remedy
The scriptures are clear that as believers we are to fight the injustice around us with a merciful attitude (Micah 6:8; James 1:27), but how do we balance the richness of divine mercy with divine justice?
- Is Gods Justice Unmerciful in Anselms Cur Deus Homo?1
This paper considers Anselm's treatment of the problem in the Cur Deus Homo, noting distinctive features of his account, highlighting the seeming incompatibilities between mercy and justice, and setting out his resolution of the problem
- THE DIVINE DILEMMA: HOW CAN JUSTICE AND MERCY COEXIST? – Fortis Institute
Jesus Christ lived a sinless life and bore the punishment for humanity’s sins His resurrection confirms His divinity and the sufficiency of His sacrifice Faith in Jesus, not works, offers forgiveness and eternal life Segment 4: Salvation requires repentance and faith in Jesus Christ alone
- Justice and Mercy as a Paradoxical Task? in: Describing God? - Brill
The frameworks for relating justice and mercy proposed by the theologian Friedrich Schleiermacher (2) and the philosopher Paul Ricoeur (3) will be examined in the central two parts
- Meaning of Divine justice and mercy in Christianity
This concept emphasizes that God's actions are consistent with both justice and mercy, particularly in the context of human salvation Early Christianity underscores the importance of these attributes, portraying a balanced view of God's righteousness and compassion towards people
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