Atonement
/əˈtoʊ.nənt/noun
Reparation for a wrong or injury; reconciliation with God or others.
Did you know?The concept of atonement has ancient roots in rituals aimed at restoring balance and harmony, echoing practices from early mysticism and spirituality.
Etymological Timeline
Middle English
English
atonement
“A state of being in unity or reconciliation.”
Old English
English
ātonian
“To reconcile or make amends.”
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
aiþōną
“To make a promise or oath, implying a sense of obligation.”
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*h₂eḱ-
“To be strong or to emerge, suggesting the power of restoration or healing.”