ways at a punch. In the same way, a text could have legitimate relevance on a variety of issues moral or theological. Nevertheless, the author’s intent serves as a control on these responses. The one who punched anticipated certain reactions. Likewise, the author wrote meaning to set up for certain types of ramifications and implications. His intent governs the parameters of these repercussions. Thus, meaning and significance are part of the author’s intent. Overall, all the expressions above illustrate
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