These examples show how Epimone functions in biblical language, rhetoric, poetry, prophecy, narrative, or theological imagery.
for his steadfast love endures forever
The repeated refrain keeps covenant mercy before the worshiper after every act of God is named.
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holy, holy, holy
The thrice-repeated holiness intensifies the superlative majesty of the LORD of hosts.
Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 13 advanced rhetorical and word-pattern forms
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the temple of the LORD
The repeated slogan exposes Judah’s misplaced confidence in the temple apart from covenant obedience.
Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 13 advanced rhetorical and word-pattern forms
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a sword, a sword
The repeated sword language makes the coming judgment vivid and unavoidable.
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woe to you
The repeated woe formula presses the indictment against hypocritical religious leadership.
Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 13 advanced rhetorical and word-pattern forms
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do you love me?
Jesus’ repeated question presses Peter toward restoration, self-examination, and renewed commission.
Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 13 advanced rhetorical and word-pattern forms
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who shall...
The repeated questions sustain Paul’s assurance that no accuser, power, or created thing can sever believers from God’s love in Christ.
Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 13 advanced rhetorical and word-pattern forms
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love...
The repeated focus on love’s actions and refusals makes the character of love concrete.
Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 13 advanced rhetorical and word-pattern forms
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alas, alas
The repeated lament over Babylon reinforces the suddenness and severity of judgment.
Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 13 advanced rhetorical and word-pattern forms
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come
The repeated invitation gathers the Spirit, bride, hearer, thirsty, and willing into one final gospel summons.
Source: Draft-normalized biblical example — Wave 13 advanced rhetorical and word-pattern forms
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