Co-Redemptrix

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Co-Redemptrix (also spelled Coredemptrix; Co-Redemptress is an equivalent term) is a title used by some Catholics for the Virgin Mary, emphasizing her unique, subordinate cooperation with Jesus Christ in the redemption of humanity. According to those who use the term, Co-Redemptrix refers to a subordinate but essential participation by the Blessed Virgin Mary in redemption, notably that she gave free consent to give life to the Redeemer, which meant sharing his life, suffering, and death, which were redemptive for the world. Related to this belief is the concept of Mary as Mediatrix, which is a separate concept but regularly included by Catholics who use the title Co-Redemptrix. Some, in particular the adherents of the Marian apparitions of The Lady of All Nations, have petitioned for a dogmatic definition, along with Mediatrix and Advocate. The term "Co-redemptrix" has been applied to the Virgin Mary since the 15th century. Bernard of Clairvaux assigned Mary a role at the foot of the...

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