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| − | '''Anaphora''' is the repetition of the same [[word]] or phrase at the beginning of successive phrases or [[ | + | '''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. | ||
Latest revision as of 03:24, July 12, 2016
Anaphora is the repetition of the same word or phrase at the beginning of successive phrases or 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.[1]
| “ | The floods have lifted up, O LORD, the floods have lifted up their voice; the floods lift up their waves.
-- Psalm 93:3 |
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Another excellent example can be found in Shakespeare's Richard II:
| “ | This royal throne of kings, this sceptred isle, This earth of majesty, this seat of Mars, This other Eden, demi-paradise, This fortress built by Nature for herself Against infection and the hand of war. |
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