In the short epistle of Peter is found one of the most profound metaphorical comparisons in all of the Scripture, and, indeed, in all of literature. The comparison is a declaration regarding the value of the blood of Christ Jesus. Of course, the blood of a Man is representative of the life of the Man. The metaphor of blood against silver and gold is striking and abounding with irony. Sadly, in their encounter with the passage, few teachers, commentators, and pastors appear to have grasped the irony.
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