flaming sword
A 'flaming sword' often appears in mythology and literature as a powerful, divine weapon, symbolizing protection, judgment, or intense passion.
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Definition
B2Mythology
(literary, symbolic)A weapon depicted as being engulfed in flames, often associated with supernatural power and divine judgment.
Example
- In many myths, heroes wield a flaming sword to vanquish evil.
- The angel at the gates of Eden is often shown holding a flaming sword.
C1Symbolism
(metaphorical)A representation of fierce protection, intense passion, or righteous anger.
Example
- Her words were like a flaming sword, cutting through the lies.
- He took up the cause with the fervor of a flaming sword, defending it against all opposition.
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