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Propitiation vs Atoning - What's the difference?

propitiation | atoning |

As a noun propitiation

is (dated) the act of propitiating; placation, atonement, similar to expiation but with the added concept of appeasement of anger.

As a verb atoning is

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propitiation

English

(wikipedia propitiation)

Noun

(en noun)
  • (dated) The act of propitiating; placation, atonement, similar to expiation but with the added concept of appeasement of anger.

    • Usage notes

    Primarily used with respect to a god or spirits.

    atoning

    English

    Verb

    (head)