QUESTION 48

OF THE EFFICIENCY OF CHRIST'S PASSION

(In Six Articles)

We now have to consider Christ's Passion as to its effect; first of

all, as to the manner in which it was brought about; and, secondly,

as to the effect in itself. Under the first heading there are six

points for inquiry:

(1) Whether Christ's Passion brought about our salvation by way of

merit?

(2) Whether it was by way of atonement?

(3) Whether it was by way of sacrifice?

(4) Whether it was by way of redemption?

(5) Whether it is proper to Christ to be the Redeemer?

(6) Whether (the Passion) secured man's salvation efficiently?

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