Comparing Psalm 23 And The Sermon On The Mount

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The King James Bible was completed in 1611 and is still very relevant today because of its powerful and compelling scriptures. Psalm 23 and The Sermon on the Mount are two of the most memorable works in the King James Bible and both serve many different purposes to its readers, including the teachings of valuable lessons. While comparing the two works, you will find that they have many differences and similarities, specifically in the themes, tone, and style of the writings. Psalm 23 is a short six verse poem that uses symbolism, imagery, and metaphors to express the trusting relationship that a young shepherd, David, has with God. “The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want,” is the metaphor that sets the whole theme of the poem. David is comparing God to a shepherd because God takes care of his people just like a shepherd takes care of his sheep. The poem continues with an uplifting tone and really shows how much faith that David has in God. …show more content…

Jesus preaches to the people that they must stop worrying about material things and trust that God will take care of them. “And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin / and yet I say unto you, that even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these,” this is a very significant line from Matthew 6: 24-30. These lines translate to how there is no need to worry about clothes when Solomon, who worked hard and had a good deal of wealth, was not even dressed as beautiful as the lilies were. The lilies didn’t work but they were still taken care of by God. This metaphor is just one example of the many literary techniques in this

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