Understanding Figures Of Speech

In a study of the Bible, it would be well for the student to clearly identify the different kinds of figures of speech. These are used in ordinary literature, and God has employed the same tools for His purpose.

Here are some of the most common figures of speech and their definition.

Understanding the definition of these various kinds of figures of speech and how they are used in Scripture, will greatly enhance the Bible student’s ability to grasp the full spiritual meaning of a passage or passages under consideration.

—Mike Riley, Gospel Snippets