CategoryDoctrine / Christological and Covenant Term
Modern Equivalentgo-between; reconciler; covenant representative.
KJV Word TypeTheological noun / mediation term
DefinitionOne who stands between two parties to bring reconciliation, communication, or covenant agreement. In the New Testament, Jesus Christ is the one mediator between God and men.
Key Verses"For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus." (1 Timothy 2:5); "But now hath he obtained a more excellent ministry, by how much also he is the mediator of a better covenant." (Hebrews 8:6)
KJV Usage NoteIdentifies one who stands between parties, especially Christ as the one who reconciles God and humanity and mediates the new covenant.
Common MisunderstandingIt does not mean merely a neutral negotiator; in KJV doctrine Christ is the unique mediator who represents God and man.
EtymologyFrom Latin mediator ("one who is in the middle"), related to Greek mesites ("go-between").