Index of Biblical Images: Similes, Metaphors, and Symbols in Scripture

Index of Biblical Images cites over four hundred similes, metaphors, and symbols found in the Bible. Images are arranged alphabetically and then further divided according to their context. For example, the metaphor of an arrow is used to represent lies, evil words, deliverance, and sons. An eastern proverb states, "The great teacher is the one who turns our ears into eyes so that we can see the truth." Throughout the Old and New Testaments the Holy Spirit chose to share God's truth through pictorial language, culminating in the parables and picture language of Jesus, the greatest Teacher of all. This tool will enrich your understanding of God's Word and make your teaching/preaching more effective.