Metaphorical language
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Metaphorical language is a term referring to the use of a complex system of metaphors to create a sub-language within a common language.
This is a common feature of religious discussion, (for example biblespeak) where a religious text is often a prerequisite to participating fully in a conversation —to the outsider, such terms in such combinations will likely seem esoteric or unintelligible. The Tao te ching is considered by many to be almost entirely metaphorical. For example, change is usually expressed with the water character not the change character.
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See also
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Metaphorical language in popular culture
- Darmok - Star Trek episode
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External links
- Tao Te Ching Translation in three parts: Chinese, direct to metaphorical language in English, then from English (metaphorical) to English (common meaning)
- Chan Metaphors Metaphorical sutras in Buddhism