Gustaf Aulen (1879-1978)

Major work

•          Christus Victor

Importance

•          Swedish theologian and scholar

•          Gave analysis of the theories of the atonement

•          Held to a modified ransom to the devil theory of the atonement (the atonement is a divine victory overcoming the powers of hell and death, making available the love of God)

•          Known in the Swedish Lutheran Church as a composer of widely used church music