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Sense and Sensibility: The Bible's Metaphorical Use of the Sense (with a nod toward natural law and human enhancement)

July 18, 2008

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This paper will explore the false dichotomy between nature and wisdom by examining the metaphors of sense and sensibility.  The oft unused or misused metaphor of the physical senses is critical in moving forward toward a better understanding of natural law with a focus on human enhancement.  By examining the scriptural use of the metaphor of human senses, Dr. Scheidt seeks to end faulty conceptions and give readers a working knowledge of this rich imagery. This paper will explore the false dichotomy between nature and wisdom by examining the metaphors of sense and sensibility.  The oft unused or misused metaphor of the physical senses is critical in moving forward toward a better understanding of natural law with a focus on human enhancement.  By examining the scriptural use of the metaphor of human senses, Dr. Scheidt seeks to end faulty conceptions and give readers a working knowledge of this rich imagery. This paper will explore the false dichotomy between nature and wisdom by examining the metaphors of sense and sensibility.  The oft unused or misused metaphor of the physical senses is critical in moving forward toward a better understanding of natural law with a focus on human enhancement.  By examining the scriptural use of the metaphor of human senses, Dr. Scheidt seeks to end faulty conceptions and give readers a working knowledge of this rich imagery. This paper will explore the false dichotomy between nature and wisdom by examining the metaphors of sense and sensibility.  The oft unused or misused metaphor of the physical senses is critical in moving forward toward a better understanding of natural law with a focus on human enhancement.  By examining the scriptural use of the metaphor of human senses, Dr. Scheidt seeks to end faulty conceptions and give readers a working knowledge of this rich imagery.

Keywords:
"the Bible, Christianity, the senses, Sense and Sensibility, Jane Austen"