scholarly journals A Rhetorical analysis of Philippians 1:27-2:18

2005 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 783-809
Author(s):  
A H Snyman
Keyword(s):  
Rhetorical Analysis ◽  
Rhetorical Strategies ◽  
Rhetorical Situation ◽  
Rhetorical Strategy ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Spiritual Problems ◽  
The Way

A new trend in rhetorical analysis is to reconstruct Paul’ s rhetorical strategy from the text itself, rather than applying ancient or modern rhetorical models to his letters. A proposal for such a text-centred approach, in which the focus shifts from the formal to the functional,is briefly summarised in this article, followed by a discussion of the rhetorical situation that Paul wants to address in this letter. Spiritual problems, especially internal unrest and opposition from outside, called forth the letter. In order to address these problems, Paul tries to persuade his audience to persevere in living and proclaiming the gospel.  This dominant rhetorical strategy of 1:27 – 2:18 can be divided into four phases: 1:27-30  (exhorting the Philippians to persevere in proclaiming the gospel); 2:1-11 exhorting them to persevere in living the gospel); 2:12-13 (exhorting them to persevere in living the gospel), and 2:14-18 (exhorting them to persevere in proclaiming the gospel). In order to persuade his audience, Paul uses various rhetorical strategies and techniques. In analyzing these, the focus is on exegetical issues with rhetorical impact, on the types of arguments used, on the way Paul argues and on the rhetorical techniques used to enhance the impact of his communication. I hope to prove that Paul’ s persuasive strategy in Philippians could be constructed fairly accurately from the text itself, provided that it is read carefully and systematically.

scholarly journals ’n Retoriese analise van Romeine 9:1–10:4

2015 ◽  
Vol 49 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
A.H. Snyman
Keyword(s):  
Rhetorical Analysis ◽  
Rhetorical Situation ◽  
Rhetorical Strategy ◽  
Functional Aspects ◽  
The Impact

Die artikel is ’n poging om Paulus se retoriese strategie uit die teks self te rekonstrueer, eerder as om ’n klassieke of moderne retoriese model op die teks toe te pas. ’n Voorstel virso ’n teksgesentreerde benadering word kortliks opgesom, gevolg deur ’n beskrywing van die retoriese situasie wat Paulus in die brief wil ondersoek. Daar word geargumenteer dat Romeine 9:1–10:4 ’n integrale deel van Paulus se retoriese strategie vorm met die doel om sy gehoor te oortuig om sy siening van God se verlossingsplan, asook sy beoogde sending na Spanje te steun. In die proses van oorreding gebruik hy verskillende soorte argumente en retoriese tegnieke om die trefkrag van sy kommunikasie te verhoog. Die gevolgtrekkingis dat ’n teksgesentreerde benadering (met fokus op die funksionele aspekte van die teks) ’n beter alternatief as die bestaande benaderings (met fokus op die formele aspekte van die teks) bied.A rhetorical analysis of Romans 9:1-10:4. This article is an attempt to reconstruct Paul’s rhetorical strategy from the text itself, rather than applying ancient or modern rhetorical models to his letters. A proposal for such a text-centred approach is briefly summarised, followed by a discussion of the rhetorical situation that Paul wants to address in this letter. It is argued that Romans 9:1–10:4 forms an integral part of his rhetorical strategy, aimed at persuading his audience in Rome to support his view on God’s plan of salvationas well as his forthcoming mission to Spain. In the process of persuasion Paul uses various types of argument and rhetorical techniques to enhance the impact of his communication.The conclusion is that a text-centred approach (with its focus on the functional aspects of the text) provides a better alternative to existing approaches (which focus on the formal aspects of the text). 

scholarly journals Philippians 4:1-9 from a rhetorical perspective

2007 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 224-243 ◽  
Author(s):  
AH Snyman
Keyword(s):  
Rhetorical Strategies ◽  
Christian Life ◽  
Rhetorical Strategy ◽  
Key Characteristics ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Way ◽  
Three Phases

The aim of this article is to analyse Philippians 4:1-9 from a rhetorical perspective that differs from the typical approach of researchers, who tend to force ancient rhetorical categories on the letter . Using a text-centred approach, it is argued that the dominant rhetorical strategy in this section could be described as: “Urging the Philippians to live the gospel”. The section is divided into three phases, namely 4:1 (commanding the Philippians to stand firm for the sake of the gospel); 4:2-3 (calling on certain individuals to be united in their work for the  gospel); and 4:1-9 (commanding the Philippians to practise certain key characteristics of the Christian life). The section and its phases are demarcated by rhetorical considerations.    In analysing the rhetorical strategies and techniques in 4:1-9 the focus is on the way Paul argues, on the type of arguments he uses and on the rhetorical techniques that could enhance the impact of his communication.  All these strategies and techniques serve to persuade the Philippians to live the gospel, in response to a situation where they were experiencing serious problems and were tempted to abandon their struggle.

scholarly journals Die resepsie van retoriese momente van die Filemonbrief deur Patristiese eksegete

2016 ◽  
Vol 72 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Francois Tolmie
Keyword(s):  
Rhetorical Analysis ◽  
Rhetorical Strategy ◽  
Theodore Of Mopsuestia ◽  
John Chrysostom ◽  
Theodoret Of Cyrus ◽  
The Way

The reception of rhetorical elements in the Letter to Philemon by Patristic exegetes. The aim of this study is to offer an overview of the way in which Patristic exegetes interpreted the rhetorical aspects of Paul’s Letter to Philemon. Although a rhetorical analysis of the letter was not the matter which interested them as such, one can still obtain a fairly good idea of the way in which they perceived such aspects by reading their explanations of this letter. Accordingly, the contributions of all the Patristic exegetes in this regard are studied systematically in this study. The interpretations of the letters by Ambrosiaster, Jerome, John Chrysostom, Pelagius, Theodore of Mopsuestia and Theodoret of Cyrus are investigated from this angle. In each case, the most important comments on Paul’s rhetorical strategy are identified and discussed.Keywords: Pauline Letters; Letter to Philemon; Rhetorical Analaysis; Patristic Exegetes

scholarly journals Persuasion in Romans 5:12-21

2016 ◽  
Vol 72 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Andries Snyman
Keyword(s):  
Eternal Life ◽  
Rhetorical Situation ◽  
Rhetorical Strategy ◽  
Functional Aspects ◽  
The World ◽  
In Christ ◽  
The Impact

This article is an attempt to reconstruct Paul’s rhetorical strategy from the text itself, rather than applying ancient or modern rhetorical models to his letters. A proposal for such a rhetorical approach is briefly summarised, followed by a discussion of the rhetorical situation of the letter. It is argued that the pericope, Romans 5:12–21, forms an integral part of Paul’s rhetorical strategy, aimed at persuading his audience in Rome to share his views on the contrast between Adam and Christ: Adam’s sin brought death into the world, but faith in Christ brings eternal life. In the process of persuasion, Paul uses various types of argument and rhetorical techniques to enhance the impact of his communication. To analyse and describe this is the main aim of the article. The conclusion is that a text-centred approach (with its focus on the functional aspects of the text) provides a meaningful alternative to existing approaches (which focus mainly on the formal aspects of the text).Keywords: Romans 5 12-21 persuasion text centred approach

scholarly journals Oorreding in Romeine 11

2014 ◽  
Vol 70 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Andries Snyman
Keyword(s):  
Rhetorical Analysis ◽  
Rhetorical Situation ◽  
Rhetorical Strategy ◽  
Functional Aspects

Persuasion in Romans 11. A new trend in the rhetorical analysis of Paul’s epistles is to reconstruct his rhetorical strategy from the text itself, rather than applying ancient or modern rhetorical models to his letters. A proposal for such a text-centred approach is briefly summarised in this article, followed by a discussion on the rhetorical situation that Paul wishes to address in his letter to the Romans. It is argued that chapter 11 forms an integral part of his rhetorical strategy as reconstructed from the text itself, and that it is aimed at persuading his audience in Rome to support his view on God’s plan of salvation, as well as his forthcoming mission to Spain. The conclusion is that a text-centred approach (with its focus on the functional aspects of the text) provides a better alternative to existing approaches (which focus on the formal aspects of the text).

New Media and Technology

2016 ◽  
pp. 120-148
Author(s):  
Ramesh Pokharel
Keyword(s):  
New Media ◽  
Literacy Practices ◽  
Rhetorical Situation ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Media And Technology ◽  
Tool Technology ◽  
The Impact ◽  
New Situation ◽  
The Way

New media and technology have an overall impact in our lives including the way we write and read a text, and teach writing. By altering our literacy practices, new media and technology always create a new situation, and require the users to use it in a defined way, and “to explain what a tool [technology] is and how to use it seems to demand narrative” (Nye, 2006, p. 5). In this chapter, the author creates a narrative that tells stories how new media and technology have created a new situation to redefine/reexamine/remap/revive the existing notions of the rhetorical situation. The author begins by offering a definition of new media and technology, and the impact of new media and technology in changing the notions of the rhetorical situation. The author then discusses how new media and technology has changed the notions of the rhetorical situation.

scholarly journals Persuasion in 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

2009 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Andries H. Snyman
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Approach ◽  
Rhetorical Analysis ◽  
Corinthians 1 ◽  
1 Corinthians ◽  
Rhetorical Situation ◽  
Systematic Analysis ◽  
Rhetorical Strategy ◽  
Functional Aspects ◽  
In Christ

In this article, 1 Corinthians 1:1�9 is analysed from a perspective that differs from the typical approach of researchers, who tend to force ancient rhetorical categories on the letter. The analysis is done in terms of what is called a �grounded theoretical approach�. This approach is briefly summarised, followed by a description of the rhetorical situation of the letter and a systematic analysis of these nine verses. It will be argued that these verses are an integral part of Paul�s rhetorical strategy, constructed from the text itself and aimed at persuading the Corinthians to accept his authority as apostle and to follow his instructions in realising their new life in Christ. The conclusion is that a text-centred approach with its focus on the functional aspects of the text provides a better understanding of Paul�s rhetorical strategy than a typical rhetorical analysis, with its focus on the formal aspects of the text.

A rhetorical reading of Tendayi Westerhof's Unlucky in Love

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 65-85
Author(s):  
Juliet Sylvia Pasi ◽  
Rewai Makamani
Keyword(s):  
Life Histories ◽  
Life Experience ◽  
Cultural Practices ◽  
Rhetorical Analysis ◽  
Hiv And Aids ◽  
Human Condition ◽  
Rhetorical Situation ◽  
Rhetorical Strategy ◽  
Economic Climate ◽  
Cultural Boundaries

What could be discursively more engaging in rhetorical investigation than people writing about what they know best, their life histories? Apparently, rhetorical analysis involving the retrospective narrative in prose is herein perceived as one of the most contested issues in written discourses as it revolves around an often highly emotive terrain - "rhetorical situation" (Bitzer, 1968 in Hauser & Kjeldsen n.d., p.100) wherein the rhetorical agency's (author) utterance (literary genesis) is nothing more than a manifestation of a unique sitz-in-leben (situation in life) - the human condition involving the author. Using Tendayi Westerhof's semi-autobiographical novel, Unlucky in Love, this paper argues that HIV and AIDS is more than just a disease. It is further noted that so much logos is wasted defending and protecting conventional knowledge and moribund cultural practices. Westerhof's text collapses these cultural boundaries when she writes and universalises the story of her life – a life projected through an intriguing deployment of ethos, pathos and logos as propounded by Aristotle, and intricately balanced with a quest to identify with the target audience as instructed by Burke (1997). Disguised as Rumbidzai, Tendayi Westerhof relives her life-history relying mostly on forensic introspection of personal memory to address readers and persuade them to identify (Burke, 1997) with a version of her life experience. However, this paper argues that memory is a subjective form of evidence which cannot be externally verified but rather asserted on the subject's authority (character/ethos). Thus, broadly speaking, the article seeks to analyse the rhetorical strategies that Westerhof uses in her text to make people believe in her experiences amidst an insecure and sterile “rhetorical situation" as a woman in a patriarchal Zimbabwean society; a "rhetorical situation"; that is further aggravated by the harsh economic climate as well as the HIV and AIDS pandemic. The paper posits that by largely using autobiography as an overarching rhetorical strategy, Westerhof is able to unravel and interrogate those issues that society is usually silent on, that is the "unspeakables". The paper also posits that these issues have been both unrepresented and unrepresentable within sanctioned cultural spheres; hence it will interrogate how the rhetoric of naming such shifts identities in Zimbabwean societies.

Cicero's Law

2016 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Criminal Courts ◽  
Criminal Trials ◽  
Apparent Contradiction ◽  
Legal Realism ◽  
Rhetorical Strategy ◽  
The Way

Why did Roman prosecutors typically accuse the defendant of multiple crimina, when in most standing criminal courts the punishment imposed on a guilty defendant was the same (typically “capital,” that is, a kind of exile), no matter how many charges were proven? The answer lies not in a failure to distinguish between legal charges leveled at the defendant and defamation of his character, but rather in a rhetorical strategy that made sense in light of what was legally necessary to obtain a conviction. The greater the number of charges, the more likely the jurors would be persuaded that the defendant had in some way violated the statute according to which the trial was being conducted. It is true that prosecutors typically argued that the defendant’s prior conduct made it plausible that he had committed the crimes with which he was charged, but in a way that, as much as possible, made his guilt on these particular charges seem likely, and defense patroni attempted to undermine the charges and the character defamation. This answer to the apparent contradiction between multiple charges and unitary punishment favors a moderate formalism over legal realism as the way to interpret Roman criminal trials.

Narrative, Intertext and Allusion in the Qur'anic Presentation of Job

1999 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-25 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. H. Johns
Keyword(s):  
Key Words ◽  
Complex Network ◽  
Key Words And Phrases ◽  
Divine Revelation ◽  
Western Tradition ◽  
Islamic Tradition ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Way

Job (Ayyūb) is a byword for patience in the Islamic tradition, notwithstanding only six Qur'anic verses are devoted to him, four in Ṣād (vv.41-4), and two in al-Anbiyā' (vv.83-4), and he is mentioned on only two other occasions, in al-Ancām (v.84) and al-Nisā' (v.163). In relation to the space devoted to him, he could be accounted a ‘lesser’ prophet, nevertheless his significance in the Qur'an is unambiguous. The impact he makes is achieved in a number of ways. One is through the elaborate intertext transmitted from the Companions and Followers, and recorded in the exegetic tradition. Another is the way in which his role and charisma are highlighted by the prophets in whose company he is presented, and the shifting emphases of each of the sūras in which he appears. Yet another is the wider context created by these sūras in which key words and phrases actualize a complex network of echoes and resonances that elicit internal and transsūra associations focusing attention on him from various perspectives. The effectiveness of this presentation of him derives from the linguistic genius of the Qur'an which by this means triggers a vivid encounter with aspects of the rhythm of divine revelation no less direct than that of visual iconography in the Western Tradition.

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