A Pragmatic Analysis of Civility in Biblical Texts

Hind Mohammed Sami Al-Janabi & Noor Ahmed Hameed,

Department of Clinical Laboratories, University of Karbala, Karbala, Iraq & University of Babylon, Babylon, Iraq

The term "civility" has been used since the middle of the sixteenth century, and it originally referred to someone who has had a humanities education. The Bible, especially the New Testament, is full of spirited argument. However, debate in academic contexts has historically been characterised by a predisposition to be very nuanced, meticulous, cautious, formal, and educated in rhetorical ability. Jesus, for instance, used derogatory language against his foes. In a minute, we'll see more of this. But the scriptures also advise kindness and forbid speaking in an uncalled-for rage. In the end, it is important to strike a balance between the scriptural testimony to civility and an understanding of the cultural factors at play. Several texts that recommend altruistic causes:

  1. Don't speak anything unwholesome; just words that will uplift others and meet their needs, so that those listening will also benefit.

2- Everyone should listen intently, talk slowly, and express anger gradually.

Keywords: Pragmatic Analysis, Civility, Biblical Texts, Civilization, Morals, Christianity, Jesus, Rudeness, Religious Discourse, And Public Morals

 The above abstract is a part of the article which was accepted at The Ninth International Conference on Languages, Linguistics, Translation and Literature (WWW.LLLD.IR), 1-2 February 2024, Ahwaz.


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