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Preachers Talk Episode 74: Mailbag #6Preachers Talk Episode 73: On Life and the PulpitConnecting to the GospelArgumentPathway for PreparationStructureMelodic LineContextAmos 4:1-13Amos 1:1-2:16Amos 6:1-8Connecting to the GospelMelodic LineExodus 3:11-22StructureText ad FrameworkExodus 18ContextStaying on the LineExodus 40
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Preaching Wisdom Literature

Wisdom literature uses word pictures to describe every day life. Part of the greatness of these books (most of which are presented in poetry) derives from their complexity, with highly stylized structures and abundant usage of imagery and symbolism, which add multiple layers of meaning beyond just plain text.