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gave himself for us
This refers to Jesus dying willingly. AT: "gave himself to die for us" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit)
to redeem us from all lawlessness
Paul speaks of Jesus as if he were setting slaves free from their evil master. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor)
a special people
A group of people that he treasures.
are eager
"have a strong desire"