Some functions of ellipsis in religious texts

Abstract EN

Ellipsis is the non-expression of sentence elements whose meaning can be retrieved by the addressee ( ).

In grammatical analysis ellipsis is a term used for a sentence, where for reasons of economy, emphasis or style a part of the structure has been omitted.

Using ellipsis can restrict possible readings, express otherwise ineffable meanings, clarify discourse functions and establish rapport between the addresser and the addressee