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On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (07/01/24), Hank shares his thoughts on hermeneutics, focusing particularly on metaphors in the Bible.Hank also answers the following questions:Is Jesus the same as Jehovah? Cliff - Calgary, AB (7:24)Is the description of heaven in Revelation figurative? Can you explain the Nephilim? Sharon - Grand Prairie, TX (15:12)What is your position on speaking in tongues according to 1 Corinthians 14:16-18? Tamara - Broken Arrow, OK (19:23)I had a near-death experience, was what I saw real? Tyrell - Memphis, TN (22:48)
Introduction Matthew 26:26-29 – Some take this literally. This is a metaphor. It was figuratively his body and blood. Why does God use…
E26: Teacher Certification Podcast | FTCE | Reading | Figurative Language, Similes, Metaphors, Hyperboles, Personification & Allusion In today's episode, I'll be talking about the FTCE General Knowledge Reading Subtest. This is part 5 of a multi-series review of what YOU need to know to pass the Reading section of the GK. Today we are going to talk about literary devices used in the text such as figurative language and what you need to know to pass the Reading portion of the GK. Check out this free resource for an English Language Skills study guide or visit the FTCE Seminar website for more information and resources. Support FTCE Seminar! Contributions are appreciated and help support the maintenance of this resource. Donations can be made with the Listener Supporter Link on Spotify. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ftceseminar/support
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Today's write light is all about figurative language. Dan and Michael go through different literary devices from similes and metaphors to alliteration and onomatopoeia. Check out the Patreon and support us at patreon.com/storiesrpgCheck out all the free game content here: storiesrpg.comStoriesRPG is the play-at-home, listen-and-learn game that helps people of all ages tell amazing tales together. Each season, we explore a new world, create characters, and go on epic adventures - and provide play-to-learn, coloring book, choose-your-own-adventure games to help listeners of all ages fall in love with writing!Created by Michael Low of LuckofLegends.com and Daniel Hinds of StoriesPodcast.com, StoriesRPG is a thrilling way to start bringing a love of writing, fantasy, fiction, and literacy into your home.
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In this segment, we'll examine how celestial imagery is used in the NT. In Luke 10:18, Jesus made this statement to his disciples: “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven” (NKJV). The question is: Was it a sight of the physical eye or perceptual understanding?
The king of Babylon was a narcissist with a godlike complex - This selfish mindset was one of the many reasons God burst his bubble by saying: " How you are cut down to the ground, you who weakened the nations?” Another reason for this long-standing misinterpretation might be the figurative language used by Isaiah.
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In this episode I talk about six common sense rules for interpreting figurative language in scripture. We discuss several Bible passages in the process, including Revelation 5:6 and Ch. 21 where the New Heavens and New Earth are discussed. If you don't know what to think about a word or phrase in scripture, whether it is meant literally or figuratively, this is a must listen.
Elisabeth Camp is Professor of Philosophy at Rutgers, where she works on the philosophy of language, mind, and aesthetics. As she puts it, her research “focuses on thoughts and utterances that don't fit standard propositional models.” Liz and Robinson spend the first third of their conversation discussing the poetry of Emily Dickinson and its connections to philosophy. They then move on to the substantial corpus of Liz's work, touching on frames—or representational devices—various difficult-to-analyze speech acts and devices like insinuation and metaphor, and the semantics of maps. Keep up with Liz and her research at http://www.elisabethcamp.org. OUTLINE: 00:00 Introduction 3:30 Liz's Interest in Figurative Language 12:03 Emily Dickinson's “The first Day's Night had come” 29:03 Emily Dickinson's “This World is not Conclusion” 42:36 Mary's Room as a Literary Creation 49:46 Imaginative Resistance 58:44 Frames as Representational Devices 1:07:34 Liz's Taste in Problems 1:11:23 Speech Acts 1:16:41 John Searle 1:23:54 Insinuation 1:47:42 Sarcasm 1:51:00 Metaphors 2:19:42 Slurs 2:32:42 Metaphors in Science 2:40:53 Maps and Sentences 2:57:53 Animal Minds and Mental Language 3:05:37 Cognitive Science at Rutgers Robinson's Website: http://robinsonerhardt.com Robinson Erhardt researches symbolic logic and the foundations of mathematics at Stanford University. Join him in conversations with philosophers, scientists, weightlifters, artists, and everyone in-between. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/robinson-erhardt/support
On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/03/23), Hank answers the following questions:What is your perspective on same-sex marriage at the state level, and is this really good for our culture and families?How do we as Christians determine what the essential doctrines are?When you discuss the book of Revelation, you continually talk about metaphors and figurative language, but why then do you interpret the new heaven and new earth literally?
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In this final episode on our initial series on craft, Jeremy and Trevor give a thorough overview of the elements of figurative language, and how it can be used in writing. Below you'll find the terms they reference in this episode and the definitions for those terms. While this series hasn't meant to be an exhaustive look at studying the craft of fiction, the hope is that it gives a nice overview of for students and writers and gives a solid vocabulary for those interested in improving or learning more about their craft. DictionSyntaxPhonologyGraphologyLinguistic DeviationDiscoursal DeviationSemantic DeviationLexical Deviation Grammatical DeviationMorphological DeviationPhonological Deviation Aphesis: Syncope: Apocope: Graphological DeviationDialectal DeviationConnotative LanguageDenotative LanguageMetaphor: ClichéPersonificationDepersonificationSimileSynecdocheMetonymyExtended MetaphorSymbolismHyperboleAlliterationThe Reference Codewww.sleyhouse.compatreon.com/sleyhousepublishinghttps://www.instagram.com/waynehowardmedia/https://www.instagram.com/waynehowardstudios/ Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/sley-house-publishing-presents-litbits. https://plus.acast.com/s/sley-house-publishing-presents-litbits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Have you ever felt the “Ugh” feeling when you're choosing something you want to do and then you second guess your choice? I'm here to tell you that you're not alone. It's not your reality. There is a lot of self development work out there telling you that “You can do it!” “Don't listen to everyone around you.” And what if it's still challenging to choose what you desire? It's because it's not yours. You jump into other people's realities and think that it's yours. I'm here to tell you … it's not yours. When the “Ugh” feeling comes up, here are 2 questions that you can ask yourself to get out of the spinning.I can continue to choose to allow myself to be controlled by other people and the situation? - - OR- - I can continue to choose to choose for me and receive the judgment or thoughts about what it is I'm doing? If you're ready to take action and make another choice, I invite you to continue to ask questions and get even MORE CURIOUS about your choices. This stuff works!!!! If you work and use the tools. DM me on Instagram with a “
Bringing you descriptive writing strategies has been like Christmas morning to me, and today might be my favorite strategy of them all. Have you guessed it yet? It's figurative language! In the last episode in the series about descriptive writing, I'm sharing my favorite and effective figurative language strategies. First, let's get on the same page. Figurative language is defined as the use of words in a way that deviates from the conventional order in meaning in order to convey a complicated meaning, colorful writing, clarity, or comparisons. Since this descriptive writing idea deviates from literal meanings, it can definitely be tricky for students to understand. However, the use of figurative language is a powerful way to express language, written expression, and keeping readers engaged. As I've stated throughout this series, keep exposing your students to the various descriptive writing elements, but keep it on their level. Meaning, start small and at a level they understand, then work your way to more complex components. Today I'm sharing seven figurative language strategies to start using in your classroom today. Resources: Figurative Language Anchor Charts and Posters Figurative Language Task Cards Descriptive Writing Anchor Charts Bundle Monthly Writing Prompts SHOW NOTES: https://theliteracydive.com/episode97 Connect with me: Check out my TpT Store Subscribe to my E-mail list Instagram Posts Blog Posts Facebook Posts Watch my YouTube channel If you are enjoying The Literacy Dive Podcast, please follow, leave a rating, and a helpful review! It is much appreciated and thank you for listening!
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Patrick is back on The Get Up Girl! We recorded this episode when we were out of town in New Jersey from our rental house. Every time I am in a group situation, I ask questions of the group to create new conversations and change the mood of a party. In this episode Patrick and I chat about how he and his siblings shared a favorite moment with his mom for her 85th birthday party. Everyone got to share a moment and it created so much for everyone. IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT:When you're in a group situation, ask “What was your favorite moment from ____?”Notice what you can create by asking one question. It will lead to new conversations.How you can create so much in a group party that will make memories forever. ✅ RESOURCES:Text: CREATE to 323-524-9857 to apply for my Get Up Girl Gang community If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser and Castbox. ✅ LET'S CONNECT:The Get Up GirlInstagramFacebookMonthly online fitness academy
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A Bible study about paying attention to context and context clues when studying scripture, especially when prophecy is involved.1 Timothy 4:1-5 KJVNow the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron; Forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from meats, which God hath created to be received with thanksgiving of them which believe and know the truth. For every creature of God is good, and nothing to be refused, if it be received with thanksgiving: For it is sanctified by the word of God and prayer.---During many of our podcasts, you will hear us make reference to “The Key Principles of Effective Bible Study,” a document which outlines core concepts shown in the scriptures that will help you better understand many Biblical themes and doctrines. We have done a whole podcast series on these principles which can be found here.Lastly, we recommend that you check out https://TrueWisdom.buzzsprout.com for additional Bible Study podcasts, covering many different Bible topics, and done in a slightly different format from the podcasts on this channel.We pray that all of these resources will be very helpful to you in your Bible Studies.If you have any questions or comments, please send them to: BibleQuestions@ASBzone.comRelated Podcasts:Understanding Context is Helpful2020-Q2-07 Lesson Review: Language, Text, and ContextSupport the show (https://cash.app/$ASBzone)
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By As literature, the Bible contains writing styles and conventions that are common in most languages. One of those conventions is the use of figurative language, which makes the words in the Bible more diverse, expressive, and impactful. Figure of speech – “A figure of speech is a word or phrase that is used in a non-literal way to create Continue Reading
Introduction John 16:25 The Bible is 100% true, but not 100% literal. The Bible contains lots of figurative language. I Peter 5:…
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The Lord's Supper (1 Corinthians 11:17-34) 5 Big Questions About the Lord's Supper... Is The Supper For? Answer: _________________ Do We Eat and Drink? The Bread Represents the ________ Of Christ The Drink Represents the __________ Of Christ Why Don't We Believe The Bread and Drink Changes Substance (Transubstantiation)? Contradicts the Biblical View of Salvation Contradicts the Words of Paul and Jesus Contradicts Jesus' Use of Figurative Language Should We Take The Supper? Answer: ________! (11:26, Acts 2:42, 20:7) Should We Take the Supper? The Lord's Supper is Meant to Be Taken Together as a _____________. (11:17, 18, 20, 33, 34) Do We Take The Supper? The Lord's Supper _________ the Body of Christ (11:17-22) The Lord's Supper ______________ the Message of Christ (11:26) The Lord's Supper ______________ the Work of Christ (11:25) The Lord's Supper ___________ Believers to Christ. (10:16-17) Though the Supper we fellowship (koinonia κοινωνία) with Jesus. Memory Verse: For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes. 1 Corinthians 11:26 ESV
On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (09/02/20), Hank returns to his series on exegetical eschatology, focusing on how crucial it is to recognize that Scripture is replete with figurative language. Figurative language requires readers to use their imagination to comprehend what the author is driving at. Such imaginative leaps are the rule rather than the exception. There are a wide variety of ways in which the inspired authors of the biblical text employ figurative language. The three most basic literary terms used to classify these figures of speech are metaphor, simile, and hyperbole. Biblical metaphors are never to be regarded as vacuous occasions for subjective flights of fantasy. On the contrary, biblical metaphors are always objectively meaningful, authoritative, and true. Metaphors have teeth—some are especially sharp. For further study please see The Apocalypse Code https://www.equip.org/product/cri-resource-the-apocalypse-code-for-gift/Hank also answers the following questions:What does the Bible say about extraterrestrial life? Does the Bible mention dinosaurs?Can you give us a preview on what you are going to say concerning Jonathan Cahn on an upcoming broadcast?I just joined this church called the Philadelphia Church of God, do you know anything about this church?
To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/207/29 On todays Bible Answer Man broadcast, Hank returns to his series on exegetical eschatology, focusing on how crucial it is to recognize that Scripture is replete with figurative language. Figurative language requires readers to use their imagination to comprehend what the author is driving at. Such imaginative leaps are the rule rather than the exception. There are a wide variety of ways in which the inspired authors of the biblical text employ figurative language. The three most basic literary terms used to classify these figures of speech are metaphor, simile, and hyperbole. Biblical metaphors are never to be regarded as vacuous occasions for subjective flights of fantasy. On the contrary, biblical metaphors are always objectively meaningful, authoritative, and true. Metaphors have teethsome are especially sharp. Hank also answers the following questions: What does the Bible say about extraterrestrial life? Does the Bible mention dinosaurs? Can you give us a preview on what you are going to say concerning Jonathan Cahn on an upcoming broadcast? I just joined this church called the Philadelphia Church of God, do you know anything about this church?
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In this episode of The Suite Talk, Stacy will go over how students can create videos in a lot of apps (ChattePix, iMovie, Draw and Tell) to showcase their work in a format to share with parents/public you can upload to YouTube to make those artifacts shareable (as privacy allows). As an elective teacher not on a fixed schedule I use Classroom to push links, and templates for student creation. This can include items for Mystery Skype, docs for Figurative Language, Research Logs and more. You can check out my website www.thesuitetalk.com for more information about my show. Want to be a guest? Please do so and show off your edtech expertise! Please click here or visit my website to fill out the guest form. I will get back to you as soon as I can. Stay up to date on the latest episode on my YouTube channel, newsletter or podcast. My show is available on Podbean, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Play Music, and Google Podcast. Click on the ‘Episodes and Podcast List' page to read the show notes and watch past or current episodes. Click on the ‘Schedule' page to see who will be a guest on the show.
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Hello World, Welcome to the 6th Episode for the podcast. This week the reporters are Samar, Peter, Ryan, Nomiki and Abigail. We talk about Exhibition and our exhibit on the night and what stage everyone is at, a touch up on Algebra, Volume, Figurative Language and our learning and making posters about it and Studying Music lyrics such as the Fight song looking for the Figurative Language used in each song and terms such as Show not Tell Thank you and Stay tuned
On this edition of The Virtual Bible Study we look at figurative language and how it is used in the Bible.
Deb and Maria drank a Bitch wine by Grateful Palate. This wine is made from Grenache grapes in Spain. They paired it with smooth mozzarella cheese. They both enjoyed the strong yet not overly empowering taste. Deb and Maria both voted "drink it". This wine can be purchased online athttps://gratefulpalate.com/collections/bitchDeb and Maria discussed the different aspects of figurative language. Everything from metaphors, similes, personification, alliteration and more. This was a prelude to our LIVE show since we will be talking about the benefits of using figurative language and jokes in speech.They went on to interview Mike Recine who proved to know a lot about figurative language! He also enjoyed roasting Maria calling her "basic". Luckily Maria knows he tends to use hyperbolas and sarcasm.Don't forget to follow us on Instagram at @slps_wine_and_cheese_pod @maria_kotsonisslp @deborahbrookscccslpTheir sponsors include: www.throatscope.com, www.speechtherapypd.com & First Bite PodcastMike Recine ended with their quote "There's enough in the world for a man's need but not a man's greed" See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The Bible can be understood; God has communicated His purposes so that people can come to a knowledge of the truth and be saved (1 Timothy 2:4). God communicated according to human conventions of language, including in both literal and figurative ways. We do well to explore literal and figurative language in Scripture. Interpreting the Bible: Literal and Figurative Language | The Bible | Sermon Outline
In this episode Karen and Terry discuss how they use figurative language to re-enforce positive character traits. For examples of figurative language posters, click this link. Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn
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Have you been bending over backwards trying to teach your students idioms? Are they left high and dry when idioms are used in their classrooms? Well I’m going to take the bull by the horns and knock your socks off with some fabulous activities for working on figurative language in speech therapy! Click the The post Figurative Language and Idiom Activities for Speech Therapy appeared first on Speech And Language Kids.
Some tips from Mr. Wall for helping your student with Figurative Language.
- The earliest figurative language - Early poems Literary Hyperlinks, vol. A, pp. 116-117
For many students, poetry is a mystery. Students often remark that reading poetry feels like staring at a locked box; the lines and stanzas act as barriers sealing in meanings that seem too difficult to free. The primary purpose of this unit was to find methods through which students might “unlock” poetry, freeing the mood, tone, and themes behind the lyrical language. Throughout this four-week genre study, students learned to identify various types of figurative language, using both musical songs and printed poems as sources. Students then learned to analyze the ways in which poetic devices affect the mood, tone, and theme of a poem, “unlocking” its messages.
For many students, poetry is a mystery. Students often remark that reading poetry feels like staring at a locked box; the lines and stanzas act as barriers sealing in meanings that seem too difficult to free. The primary purpose of this unit was to find methods through which students might “unlock” poetry, freeing the mood, tone, and themes behind the lyrical language. Throughout this four-week genre study, students learned to identify various types of figurative language, using both musical songs and printed poems as sources. Students then learned to analyze the ways in which poetic devices affect the mood, tone, and theme of a poem, “unlocking” its messages.
For many students, poetry is a mystery. Students often remark that reading poetry feels like staring at a locked box; the lines and stanzas act as barriers sealing in meanings that seem too difficult to free. The primary purpose of this unit was to find methods through which students might “unlock” poetry, freeing the mood, tone, and themes behind the lyrical language. Throughout this four-week genre study, students learned to identify various types of figurative language, using both musical songs and printed poems as sources. Students then learned to analyze the ways in which poetic devices affect the mood, tone, and theme of a poem, “unlocking” its messages.
Introduction to the writing technique, figurative language (simile, metaphor, personification)
Figurative Language terms a short description.
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Students made movies describing different types of figurative language in Mrs. Mercer's class.