Deliverance
Deliverance refers to the act of being rescued or set free from a state of hardship or danger. The term is often used in religious contexts, particularly in Christianity, where it denotes the process of being saved from sin or evil influences. However, it can also be used in a more general sense to describe any situation where a person or group is freed from a difficult or threatening circumstance.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The word 'deliverance' originates from the Old French 'delivrance', which is derived from the verb 'delivrer', meaning 'to set free'. The term has been used in English since the 14th century, and its meaning has remained relatively consistent over time.
Religious Context[edit | edit source]
In a religious context, deliverance often refers to the act of being saved from sin or evil influences. This concept is particularly prevalent in Christianity, where it is a central tenet of the faith. Christians believe that through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, humanity has been delivered from sin and granted eternal life.
In the Old Testament, deliverance is frequently associated with God's intervention to save the Israelites from their enemies or from perilous situations. For example, the Exodus from Egypt is often referred to as a deliverance.
In the New Testament, the concept of deliverance is closely tied to the ministry of Jesus Christ, who is seen as the ultimate deliverer. His death and resurrection are viewed as the ultimate act of deliverance, freeing humanity from sin and death.
General Usage[edit | edit source]
In a broader sense, deliverance can refer to any act of being rescued or set free from a difficult or threatening situation. This could include being delivered from physical danger, such as being rescued from a natural disaster, or from a state of hardship, such as being freed from poverty or oppression.
In Popular Culture[edit | edit source]
The term 'deliverance' has also been used in popular culture, most notably as the title of the 1972 film Deliverance. The film, which is based on a novel of the same name, explores themes of survival and the struggle for freedom in the face of extreme adversity.
See Also[edit | edit source]
 | This Christianity-related article is a stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it. |
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
