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The paragogic nun is not a literary device. Actually, since it adds nothing, it can't be a literary device per se. Rather, it is most likely a lingering archaic ending from earlier stages of the language. The paragogic nun only goes with vocalic subject
suffixes and it is used sporadically.
GEORGE ATHAS Dean of Research,
Moore Theological College (Sydney,
Australia)
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