Questions to Consider 1.To what does Edwards compare God’s wrath? 2.Tone of the Sermon? When/where does it change? 3.In what way (if any) does this sermon echo Bradstreet’s “Upon the Burning of Our House”?

Forms of Discourse Persuasive Exposition Narrative

Elements of Persuasion Speaker Audience Occasion Rhetoric---Means of Persuasion

Rhetoric One meaning of Rhetoric is the art of persuasion. The ACT defines Rhetoric as the style of writing used by the writer. Persuasive writing is structured differently than expository or narrative writing. This structure is called a rhetorical strategy. Let’s get a brief history lesson.

Rhetoric The persuasive power of words was discussed by Aristotle around 350 BCE. He presented an analysis of rhetorical strategies, which included three elements: logos, pathos, and ethos.

Logos An attempt to persuade the audience (or reader) through sound reasoning. Reliable evidence, e.g. facts, definitions, statistics and other data that appeals to the logic and intelligence of the audience.

Pathos An appeal to the emotions of the reader or audience. Attempt to induce a particular state of mind: anger, understanding, sympathy, tolerance. Taps into the sentiment or feelings of the audience or readership.

Ethos Appeal of the speaker or writer in terms of his / her credibility and experience Presents, directly or indirectly, a profile that sets a stamp of authority on the words used to persuade. Sensodyne® is the # 1 dentist recommended desensitizing toothpaste brand.

Aristotle’s model of persuasion Pathos Ethos Logos

Rhetoric used in “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God” Logos Pathos Ethos

Homework BLOG 2--- –Reaction (emotional response) to this sermon. Similar experiences??? –Reflection on Why is God so angry? Drawing of ONE of the similes used in the sermon highlighting God’s wrath