Eyes to Hear': Nehemiah 1,6 from a Pragmatics and Ritual Theory Perspective

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

12-1-2010

Abstract

This study of the enigmatic phrase "and your eyes open to listen to the prayer of your servant" (Neh 1,6) utilizes an interdisciplinary approach involving insights from linguistic pragmatics and ritual theory. We will begin with a brief review of the history of interpretation of this phrase. Particular attention will then be given to elements of ritual theory, such as trigger point, ritual language, time, place, sequence, etc. Finally, we will examine the pragmatic context, discourse, and conversational strategies involved with this phrase. © 2012 Weboost srl (unless specified).

Journal Title

Biblica

Volume

91

Issue

1

First Page

91

Last Page

102

First Department

Old Testament

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