Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Tongues of Men and Angels

Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass, or a tinkling cymbal. 1 Corinthians 13:1

This relates to an expression taken from the theater. Actors spoke into a brass jar for an echoing effect, using it as a microphone to represent the “gods speaking.

The tinkling cymbal actually refers to crashing copper sheets which were shaken like a rug to
represent thunder. In other words, if I don’t have love, I’m like an actor or an imposter.

Character is important, not just words. And Christ modeled true character and love by his actions.

Lash, Neil & Jamie., “Jewels From the Journey,” Jewish Jewels, Ft.Lauderdale, FL., pg 11

1 comment:

  1. That is great! Thank you for making this scripture so much more meaningful. Thank you for all you do for us Donna.

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