Lunastamiseks

Lunastamiseks is an Estonian grammatical form derived from the verb lunastama, meaning to redeem, or from the noun lunastus, meaning redemption. The form is created with the suffix -miseks, which attaches to the stem to express purpose. In English, it corresponds roughly to “for redemption” or “in order to redeem.” The construction is used to indicate the aim or obligation behind an action.

In usage, lunastamiseks appears in sentences that state the purpose of an action or a required step related to redemption. It is common in legal, financial, and religious or philosophical contexts where the idea of redeeming, saving, or reclaiming is relevant. For example, a sentence such as Lunastamiseks vajalikud vahendid on eraldatud translates to “The funds needed for redemption have been allocated.” Another example could describe actions taken lunastamiseks, meaning actions undertaken for the purpose of redemption.

Relation to other forms: the root lunast- forms a family around lunastama (to redeem) and lunastus (redemption or salvation). The -miseks suffix is part of a broader Estonian pattern that creates purpose-infinitives, used to express why or for what goal an activity is performed. The exact stylistic use of lunastamiseks can vary with register and context, from formal documents to theological or ethical discussions.

See also: lunastus, lunastama. In religious contexts, lunastus often means salvation, while in secular contexts it can refer to financial redemption or the act of redeeming a bond, debt, or voucher.