righteousness and humankind’s sin. The dilemma that Anselm presents is gripping: finite sinful humanity owes a debt, but fallen humanity cannot pay it; the infinitely righteous God alone can pay this debt, but he does not owe it. Consequently, only a God-man—a theanthropic person—could overcome this situation. By becoming incarnate, the Son was able to make satisfaction on sinful humankind’s behalf, bringing salvation while maintaining God’s honor and glory. Many have raised concerns that the feudal