Which theory of atonement did Origen first propose in its fully developed form?
Ransom theory
Satisfaction theory
Moral influence theory
Penal substitution theory
Answer
Origen was the first to propose the ransom theory of atonement in its fully developed form. This theory suggests that Christ's death was a ransom paid to Satan in exchange for humanity's liberation from sin.
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