Kegyelemközvetítés

Kegyelemközvetítés, meaning "grace mediation" in English, refers to the concept within certain Christian theological frameworks, particularly within the Catholic tradition, that the sacraments act as instrumental causes for the reception of God's grace. It is not the act of mediation itself that possesses power, but rather that God has ordained these sacramental actions as the means through which His salvific grace is conferred upon believers. This understanding emphasizes that grace is a free gift from God, but it is channeled and made accessible through specific, divinely instituted channels.

The core idea is that the sacraments are efficacious signs instituted by Christ. They do not merely represent grace but actively convey it to the recipient, provided certain conditions are met, such as the proper disposition of the recipient and the correct administration of the rite. This contrasts with theological views that might see sacraments as purely symbolic or as outward signs that faith alone is sufficient for salvation without the sacramental mediation. Kegyelemközvetítés highlights the objective efficacy of the sacraments as conduits of God's grace, making them essential components of the spiritual life for those who adhere to this theological perspective.