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Expressions from the Bible
August 25, 2012 8:51 am
(@grantbarrett)
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What's the common thread that connects the phrases pour out your heart, from time to time, fell flat on his face, the skin of my teeth, and the root of the matter? They all come from or were popularized by the King James Bible, first published in 1611. The Manifold Greatness exhibit is now traveling to libraries and schools nationwide, demonstrating, among other things, this translation's profound impact on the English language. This is part of a complete episode.
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