'''Anaphora''' is the repetition of the same [[word]] or phrase at the beginning of successive phrases or [[Clause|clauses]]. It is often used to create a rhythmic effect, or to highlight the importance of a concept. As one of the oldest poetic devices, it is a common feature in devotional and religious poetry, and is found in many [[Psalms]]<ref>http://www.poets.org/viewmedia.php/prmMID/5770</ref>.
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'''Anaphora''' is the repetition of the same [[word]] or phrase at the beginning of successive phrases or [[clause]]s. It is often used to create a rhythmic effect, or to highlight the importance of a concept. As one of the oldest poetic devices, it is a common feature in devotional and religious poetry, and is found in many [[Psalms]].<ref>http://www.poets.org/viewmedia.php/prmMID/5770</ref>
{{cquote|The floods have lifted up, O LORD, the floods have lifted up their voice; the floods lift up their waves.
{{cquote|The floods have lifted up, O LORD, the floods have lifted up their voice; the floods lift up their waves.