English Dictionary

propitiation

noun

The act of propitiating; placation, atonement, similar to expiation but with the added concept of appeasement of anger. / (theology) The death of Christ as a basis for the forgiveness of sin.

The propitiation of the gods was necessary to ensure a bountiful harvest.

意味（1）

The act of propitiating; placation, atonement, similar to expiation but with the added concept of appeasement of anger.

Coordinate term: expiation

意味（2）

(theology) The death of Christ as a basis for the forgiveness of sin.