The concept of Speech in Christianity
Synonyms: Talk, Address, Discourse, Presentation, Lecture, Communication, Soliloquy, Discussion, Sermon, Monologue, Dialogue, Conversation
In Swedish: Tal; In Finnish: Puhe; In Dutch: Toespraak; In Spanish: Discurso; In German: Rede; In Malay: Ucapan; In French: Discours
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Christian concept of 'Speech'
From: Ante-nicene Fathers
(1) Speech is one of the three parts in which the prayer composed by Christ is, and it is the way prayer is enunciated.[1] (2) Speech is a form of communication that can be conveyed to the mind without the presence of voice, and can also be used to describe mental processes such as internal thought.[2] (3) The text questions how the serpent, created as dumb, could possess speech, implying a contradiction in its nature and questioning the source of this ability.[3] (4) Mercury is speech, by which instruction is conveyed to the mind, and it is a means of sharing information.[4] (5) This is a term that can be used to refer to Him, but it is not as fitting as the term the Greeks use to refer to Him, as it encompasses both the voice and the wisdom of God.[5]
From: The city of God
(1) Speech is linked to Mercury, as it runs between people, and is associated with interpretation, and the expression of thoughts.[6]
From: Summa Theologica (English translation)
(1) The expression of or the ability to express thoughts and feelings by articulate sounds, which can be increased by anger, but can also be hindered by anger, leading to taciturnity.[7]