Adam Quote by Charles Hodge
“All that Christ did and suffered would have been necessary had only one human soul been the object of redemption; and nothing different and nothing more would have been required had every child of Adam been saved through his blood.”
About This Quote
Source Theology Treatise: Systematic Theology, 1855
Redemption is sufficient for one soul; extending it to all requires no extra sacrifice.
In simple terms: One soul's redemption covers all humanity.
Recognize the sufficiency of Christ's sacrifice.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- sermons
- biblical study
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is redemption truly universal?
- What does "one soul" imply for humanity?
Interpretations vary on collective vs. individual redemption.