The Symmetrical Structure Of Scripture: Or The Principles Of Scripture Parallelism Exemplified (1854)

The Symmetrical Structure of Scripture: Or The Principles of Scripture Parallelism Exemplified is a book written by John Forbes and originally published in 1854. The book explores the concept of parallelism in the Bible, which refers to the repetition and symmetry of words, phrases, and ideas in biblical texts. Forbes argues that this parallelism is not accidental, but rather a deliberate and meaningful aspect of the Bible's structure.The book is divided into two main sections. The first section provides an overview of parallelism in the Bible, discussing its various forms and how it is used to convey meaning. Forbes also examines the historical and cultural context in which parallelism developed, and how it has been used in other ancient literature.The second section of the book provides numerous examples of parallelism in the Bible, illustrating how it works in practice. Forbes analyzes specific passages from both the Old and New Testaments, demonstrating how parallelism enhances the meaning and impact of the text. He also explores how parallelism can be used to interpret difficult or ambiguous passages, shedding new light on their meaning.Overall, The Symmetrical Structure of Scripture is a scholarly work that offers a detailed exploration of an important aspect of biblical literature. It will be of interest to scholars of religion, literature, and linguistics, as well as anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the Bible and its literary techniques.In An Analysis Of The Decalogue, The Sermon On The Mount, And Other Passages Of The Sacred Writings.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.