Peterson explores how Jesus used language, particularly in his parables and prayers. His was not a direct language of information or instruction but an indirect, oblique language requiring a participating imagination--"slant" language. He beautifully points to Jesus' engaging, relational way of speaking as a model for people today.
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Peterson explores how Jesus used language, particularly in his parables and prayers. His was not a direct language of information or instruction but an indirect, oblique language requiring a participating imagination--"slant" language. He beautifully points to Jesus' engaging, relational way of speaking as a model for people today.
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