Linguistic relativity and the interpretation of metaphor in the Hebrew Bible : the case of lṭsh ʿynym in Job 16:9

Linguistic relativity and the interpretation of metaphor in the Hebrew Bible : the case of לטשׁ עינים in Job 16:9

The idiom lṭsh ʿynym 'to sharpen the eyes' in Job 16:9 is commonly interpreted as a figurative reference to the expression of anger in the eyes. This article attempts to highlight the importance of the theory of linguistic relativity by demonstrating the culture-specific nature of this met...

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Main Author: Kotze, Z. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: 2007
In: Old Testament essays
Year: 2007, Volume: 20, Issue: 2, Pages: 387-394
Online Access: Volltext (kostenfrei)