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Nov 28, 2021 · So, the answer to your question is that the example you give in Matthew 9:36-39 is not really Jesus mixing his metaphors because he only states one metaphor. Matthew wrote the other one. But given how much Jesus mixed his metaphors as in those examples in John's account above, the answer is "Yes, Jesus frequently mixed his metaphors."
Jesus does not mix His metaphors when He exhorts His disciples, "Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom" . Three figures of speech combine to form the ideal kingship familiar in ancient times: the perfect king was shepherd of his flock, the loving father of his family, and commanding ruler of his country.
Oct 18, 2000 · 1. Jesus knew that people often learn best when they are able to move from what is known (familiar) to what is unknown (unfamiliar). By using metaphors Jesus showed that He was the master teacher by using comparisons and contrasts of things that were familiar to His audience. He made the complex simple and easy to understand. 2.
- Paul Fritz
- Trinity College
- Professor
Jun 12, 2024 · After explaining the opposition that the disciples should anticipate when going out into the world with the gospel under the figures of sheep and wolves, Jesus employed two more animal metaphors in order to instruct his disciples about their strategy and demeanor when engaged in the mission of God. He said, “be wise as serpents and innocent as doves.”
- Nick Batzig
Oct 25, 2023 · Thus, both "dogs" and "pigs" represent that which is unholy, unclean and undeserving - in this context, people who refuse the gospel message. This is confirmed by Jesus' use of a metaphor of pearls representing gospel truth, Matt 13:45, 46. [The great harlot wears costly pearls - a symbol in this case of a false gospel. Rev 17:4 see also Rev 18 ...
Jun 22, 2020 · A translation where Jesus talks about why he teaches using metaphors and other symbolic tools, like stories, etc. An addition to the BHT, where Jesus tells his followers why he often teaches in story format, parable, allegory, analogy, symbol, or metaphor, instead of directly and literally. 10 The followers of Jesus came to him and asked ...
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Aug 16, 2000 · The day the gospel went to the dogs was the day it came to us. We are some of the “dogs” who have received the good news of the gospel! When Jesus opened himself up to mission to the whole world, he opened his church to the world. Now we are to open ourselves to the whole world in mission. This article appears in the August 16, 2000 issue.
