Are All Our Righteousnesses Like Filthy Rags?

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Wilson I. B. Onuigbo

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Published: 24 January 2019 | Article Type :

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Prophet Isaiah asserted that all our righteousness is like filthy rags. This paper argues with Isaiah’s own over 60 examples to the contrary. In particular, it is seen in the light of hyperbole which means much extravagant exaggerations. Examples are given of this phenomenon in the Holy Bible. Therefore, it is propounded that, just as there is “gospel truth,” there is “hyperbole truth.” In conclusion, the Almighty so appreciates righteousness that the elect will be clothed not in “filthy rags” but in “white garments.”
Keywords: Isaiah, righteousness, filthy rags, language, gospel truth, hyperbole truth, white garment.

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Wilson I. B. Onuigbo. (2019-01-24). "Are All Our Righteousnesses Like Filthy Rags?." *Volume 3*, 1, 17-22