Remnant

What is a motif?

Definition: A motif is a recurring image, pattern, or symbol that the biblical authors use across the whole of Scripture to carry meaning, like a thread woven through both Testaments.

Why it matters: Motifs show how Scripture interprets itself. When you see a motif in a passage, you can trace where it comes from, where it leads, and how Christ fulfills it.

How to read this page: Start with the summary, then trace the canonical witness across Old and New Testament passages to see the full arc.

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