redeemer Meaning of "redeemer"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)
  2. (n) someone who redeems or buys back (promissory notes or merchandise or commercial paper etc.)

Usage(s):

  1. Extremism may claim God as its redeemer, but it's really the selfish product of lunacy.
  2. If Nasrallah surrenders, it would destroy his newfound aura as Islam's defiant redeemer.

Quotes

  1. "On this night, when we look towards Bethlehem, let us pray in a special way for the birthplace of our Redeemer and for the men and women who live and suffer there," Benedict said. "We wish to pray for peace in the Holy Land. Look O Lord,...
    on Dec 24, 2005 By: Pope Benedict XVI Source: Sydney Morning Herald

  2. "May this be the beginning of a new dawn for America as we humble ourselves before you and acknowledge you alone as our Lord, our Savior and our Redeemer," said Graham, son of evangelist Billy Graham.
    on Sep 3, 2008 By: Franklin Graham Source: Contra Costa Times

  3. "The redeemer of the night right here: Danny Gokey! That was blazing hot," Randy stated as Kara cheered him on also.
    on Feb 17, 2009 By: Randy Jackson Source: Access Hollywood

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