Review article
https://doi.org/10.29162/ANAFORA.v6i1.5
The Role of Metaphor in Jesus’ Controversy with the Pharisees (Mk 2:18-20)
Arkadiusz Krasicki
orcid.org/0000-0002-6229-5233
; Theological-Catechetical Department of the University of Zadar, Zadar, Croatia
Ana Albin
orcid.org/0000-0003-4288-9170
; Theological-Catechetical Department of the University of Zadar, Zadar, Croatia
Abstract
The Bible is the foundation of culture and literature. Even though it seems somewhat neglected today, it still emanates and shines with inspirational words and continues to be a model for literary movements. The Gospel is a literary genre in itself, and its author uses stylistic devices, such as the metaphor. The role of the evangelists as authors is also important. Using the historical-critical method, the passage Mk 2: 18-20 reveals the exceptional nature of the metaphor fiancé, fiancée, and wedding (i.e. wedding guests). The three metaphors make up a logical unit. With the help of that stylistic device, the reader can accept Jesus' teaching in which he conceals his identity. A polemic is just an expression or a reason for using a metaphor, which is a common expression in Jewish teachings. The metaphor that is used also becomes a “bridge” connecting the past with the present and thereby complements the limitations of the historical-critical method. Jesus not only spoke the investigated lines in the literal sense. They also contain a hidden spiritual meaning that indicates Christ’s mission of salvation.
Keywords
Jesus; metaphor; spiritual meaning; polemic; exegesis
Hrčak ID:
221460
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Publication date:
21.6.2019.
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