There are several allusions to The Bible in common use. "Writing on the wall', "crystal clear", "the powers that be", "a drop in the bucket" are just a few.
Literary allusions reference works of literature; historical allusions refer to past events or figures; biblical allusions reference stories or figures from the Bible; mythological allusions draw from myths and legends.
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Biblical allusions
Many bible references. One specific is the "Gates of Heaven" joke
Walter Benjamin Fulghum has written: 'A dictionary of Biblical allusions in English literature' -- subject(s): Allusions, Bible, Dictionaries, English literature, History and criticism, In literature
In "Gifted Hands" by Ben Carson, there are allusions made to historical figures such as Napoleon Bonaparte and Martin Luther King Jr. Additionally, biblical allusions are present throughout the text, referencing stories and themes from the Bible. These allusions help to provide context and deeper meaning to the narrative.
In "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" by Mark Twain, there are various literary allusions such as references to works like "Don Quixote" and "Robin Hood." There are also biblical allusions, like the mention of Moses and the Ten Commandments. Additionally, there are allusions to myths and legends, like the mention of heroes such as Hercules.
Most stories, particularly classical ones, have allusions and references to Christian stories or Greek myths, even though they are not always aware of this. Many common sayings or phrases have roots in Greek mythology that people aren't aware of. Shakespeare in particular used many allusions to various Greek myths.
Some allusions in "Lyddie" by Katherine Paterson include references to historical events such as the Civil War, references to classical literature like the Bible, and references to traditional American folk songs. These allusions help enrich the story by connecting the characters and the plot to a wider cultural context.
"The Hollow Men" by T.S. Eliot contains allusions to various literary and religious texts, including the Bible, Dante's "Inferno," and Conrad's "Heart of Darkness." These references help to create a sense of despair and emptiness in the poem, reflecting the fragmented and disillusioned state of modern society.
In "The Song of Roland," there are several biblical allusions, such as the betrayal by Ganelon mirroring the betrayal of Judas Iscariot, and Roland's death being compared to that of Christ on the cross. The imagery of martyrdom and divine intervention also reflect themes found in the Bible.