Holy Exaggeration: Hyperbole in the English Bible and the Seriousness of Christ’s Word
Deep Dive into Holy Exaggeration: Hyperbole in the English Bible and the Seriousness of Christ’s WordThe sources explore the use of hyperbole in the English Bible, specifically Jesus's command in Matthew 5 to pluck out a right eye or cut off a right hand that causes sin. This language is not a call for literal self-mutilation, nor is it a mere poetic exaggeration meant to be taken lightly. Instead, Christ uses this severe rhetorical shock tactic to emphasize the absolute deadliness of sin and the necessity of dealing with it ruthlessly.Jesus directed these words against the external…
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