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Mirror hearer

Here’s what it means

A person who hears God’s word without obeying is like someone who glances in a mirror and immediately forgets his appearance.

Why the Bible says it this way

The writer compares two things using words such as “like” or “as.” The comparison focuses on one shared feature.

A helpful detail: The comparison condemns passive hearing and calls for persevering obedience.

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