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📜 Old Testament
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Beyond its immediate context of national repentance, what deeper theological significance can be attributed to the symbolic act of tearing one's clothes, as seen in various Old Testament narratives (e.g., Joel 2:13, Hezekiah in 2 Kings 19:1)?
A
It was primarily a practical way to express extreme emotional distress and grief.
B
It served as a public declaration of loyalty to the ruling monarch.
C
It represented an outward expression of inward brokenness, humility, and a recognition of unworthiness before God.
D
It was a ritualistic practice intended to ward off evil spirits and protect against misfortune.
Reference:
Joel 2:13, 2 Kings 19:1
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