Bibliotheca Sacra 132 (April 1975) 145-60

The first prominent word in this short summary is signs (shmei?a).1 This word (shmei?on) means (1) the sign or distinguish-ing mark by which something is known; (2) a miracle, either of . divine or demonic nature; (3) a portent of an impending catas-trophe.2 It is used throughout the New Testament, chiefly in the . Gospels and Acts. ................
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