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1. www.bibles.net › metaphors-for-the-church-in-the-bibleMetaphors for the Church in the Bible and Why They're ...

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   The Bible Gives Us Many Metaphors for the Church. When the New Testament authors start talking about the church and its members, they push this mixing of metaphors into hyperdrive, like hitting the turbo button on a racehorse. Paul talks about being baptized into a body, as if one could be immersed into a torso.

2. www.gotquestions.org › metaphor-in-the-BibleWhat are some examples of metaphor in the Bible?

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   Sep 5, 2024 · The Bible uses metaphor to help us make connections that allow us to understand deeper truths. Jesus often used metaphors to make statements about Himself, as in the examples below: Jesus said, “I am the bread of life” (John 6:35).

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4. hermeneutics.stackexchange.com › questions › 41051In 2 Corinthians 5:1-4, why does Paul use a mixed metaphor?

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   Jun 10, 2019 · In Rom 3-6, Paul develops the theology of the Atonement where he uses numerous metaphors such as, legal (Justification/acquittal), Accounting (credited as righteous), slavery (redemption/manumission), Family reconciliation, Jewish sacrifices, etc, etc.

5. lorenbullock.com › 2018/04/16 › mixed-metaphors-andMIXED METAPHORS AND JOHN 10:11-13 AND PSALM 23 - M Loren Bullock

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   Apr 16, 2018 · But in the tenth chapter the writer of the Gospel of John goes all out and has Jesus using not just a metaphor but a mixed metaphor. For in chapter 10, we read that Jesus declared: “I AM the Gate. The gate through which the sheep must pass.” and then mixes it up by saying, “I AM the Good Shepherd.”

6. trustinthebible.com › examples-of-figurative12 Examples of Figurative Language in the Bible

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   In this article, we’ll explore 12 examples of figurative language found in the Bible, each shedding light on its teachings and narratives. These devices include simile, metaphor, personification, hyperbole, anthropomorphism, symbolism, allegory, parable, irony, euphemism, oxymoron, and synecdoche.

7. www.equippedservant.com › blog › mastering-metaphorMastering Biblical Metaphors, Hyperbole, and Irony: A ...

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   Nov 2, 2024 · Master literary devices like metaphors, hyperbole, and irony to release the power of biblical interpretation. With this practical, step-by-step guide, you can learn how to navigate complex biblical language, understand deeper spiritual truths, and transform your Scripture reading from bewildering to breathtaking.

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   What is a metaphor in the New Testament?

   • The New Testament epistolary writers also used metaphor. Paul likens the Christian life to running a race (Galatians 5:7; 1 Corinthians 9:24) and uses wages as a metaphor for the consequences of sin (Romans 6:23). He calls the church the body of Christ (e.g., 1 Corinthians 12:27).

   What are some examples of metaphor in the Bible?

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   Does the Bible use metaphors?

   • The Bible uses metaphors heavily, especially when talking about Christ. A metaphor claims that one thing is another thing. (This is a little different from a simile, which is an explicit comparison using the word like or as.) However, it’s understood that, when metaphor is employed, the two entities are not literally the same.

   What are some examples of metaphor in the Bible?

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   What Psalms have metaphors?

   • The psalms are full of metaphors. Psalm 23:1 famously states, “The Lord is my shepherd.” Psalm 18:2 contains multiple metaphors: “The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.” Each metaphor provides a truth to ponder about who God is.

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   Why do prophets use metaphors?

   • Each metaphor provides a truth to ponder about who God is. The books of the prophets also frequently employ metaphor, as God and the prophets attempt to explain to the people of Israel the reality of their situation, their relationship to God, and often their sin, as in the examples below:

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   What is an example of a metaphor?

   • Example: Jesus says in John 10:7, “I am the door of the sheep.” This metaphorical statement underscores Jesus’s pivotal role as the exclusive means of access to salvation and protection for believers, emphasizing the intimacy of the relationship between Christ and His followers.

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9. www.oxfordbibliographies.com › abstract › documentMetaphor in the New Testament - Biblical Studies - Oxford ...

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   Aug 20, 2024 · Metaphors are a universal mainstay of human communication. It is therefore unsurprising to find them throughout the books of the New Testament in many and varied forms––from short, pithy statements to complex metaphors that appear in extended discourses.