word disease, in its most technical sense, is not an accurate way to describe addictions. Given how the disease metaphor is hardening into a reality, and that the metaphorical use of disease has limitations, one task for a theology of addictions is to consider other available metaphors in Scripture. Consider five different metaphors for addictive behavior: idolatry, adultery, foolishness, attacks by a beast, and, then, disease. One of the most common portrayals of the human condition, and