A man after my own heart

  • This everyday expression refers to someone who thinks the same way as you do.
  • The phrase comes from The Bible, 1 Samuel 13:14, Acts 13:22. KJV

Everyday Expressions that come from the Bible

  • The Bible is a treasure trove of everyday sayings and phrases such as ‘bite the dust’, ‘fly in the ointment’ and ‘writing on the wall’.
  • These idioms describe universal truths that are often used without realizing their origin, and are found in both the Old Testament and the New Testament.
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