JOURNAL ARTICLE

Cracking the code of Jesus's parables with argumentation analysis.

  • Published In: Journal of Argumentation in Context, 2023, v. 12, n. 1. P. 59 1 of 3

  • Database: Communication Source 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Thurén, Lauri 3 of 3

Abstract

The teachings of Jesus consist to a great extent of parables. There is, however, no unanimity on what each parable means or how it should be interpreted. I argue that modern argumentation analysis is the key to understanding the parables and their effect on the reading or listening public. Irrespective of the length of the parable or the imagery used, the aim of each one is to persuade its audience. The parables operate with a common, hidden argumentative structure. By cracking this code, one can assess the meaning and function of the parables in a reliable way. Example texts discussed and analyzed are some crucial parables in Matt. 24–25. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of Argumentation in Context. 2023/01, Vol. 12, Issue 1, p59
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2211-4742
  • DOI:10.1075/jaic.22005.thu
  • Accession Number:163659480
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