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BIBLE DICTIONARY
Symbolism
The scriptures are rich in symbolism and figurative expression. Ceremonies and ordinances are symbolic in their performance, and all bear record of Jesus Christ (
Moses 6: 63
). Such symbolism is seen in sacrifice (
Moses 5: 7-8
;
Heb. 9: 11-15
); in the sacrament (
Luke 22: 13-20
; JST Mark 14: 20-24); and in baptism (
Rom. 6: 1-6
;
D&C 128: 12-13
). Biblical names especially are symbolic (see
Christ, Names of
, and
Names of Persons
). The tabernacle ceremony was symbolic of eternal things (
Heb. 8
- 10), as was the entire law of Moses, containing types and shadows of Christ (
Mosiah 13: 29-31
;
Alma 25: 15
). For other symbolic items see
Ex. 20: 8-11
;
Matt. 5: 13-16
;
Jacob 4: 5
;
Alma 37: 38-45
.
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