# Savior

## Facts

A savior is a person who saves or rescues others from danger. It can also refer to someone who gives strength to others or provides for them.

* In the Old Testament, God is referred to as Israel's Savior because he often rescued them from their enemies, gave them strength, and provided them with what they needed to live.
* In the New Testament, "Savior" is used as a description or title for Jesus Christ because he provides salvation from the power and penalty of sin.


## Translation Suggestions



* If possible, "Savior" should be translated with a word that is related to the words "save" and "salvation."
* Ways to translate this term could include, "the One who saves" or "God, who saves" or "Jesus, the one who rescues