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Every reader of the Bible has encountered the powerful, comforting and sometimes puzzling imagery of Scripture. These concrete pictures with their hidden force have struck sharp and lasting impressions on our minds. Their imprint has etched itself on the language and grammar of Christian faith and Western culture. Why then do traditional Bible dictionaries and reference works offer so little...

presence or take your Holy Spirit from me” (Ps 51:11 NIV). David perceives that in his guilt he has lacked “the joy of God’s salvation” and “a willing spirit” (Ps 51:12 NIV). The prophets and NT writers confirm David’s hope that repentance is marked by a renewed awareness of God’s closeness. Isaiah promises that “the Redeemer will come … to those … who repent of their sins” (Is 59:20 NIV), and Jeremiah reminds his audience that their forgiveness includes renewed audience with God, for they have been
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