2007-06-13 16:19:26 · 5 answers · asked by ? 6 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
The expression "Come hell or high water" has pretty much Biblical roots.
Remember the part where Noah was tasked to build an ark for the 40 day and night storm and flood? This time in the Bible is referenced thorughout the book, saying that God uses two means of bringing punishment to the world: water and fire. Water has already been done in Noah's time and some people say that a rain of fire will come to pass in the future, meaning it will be the so-called "judgement day". Or fire may be a reference to Sodom and Gomorrah's destruction with fireballs.
The expression "Come hell or high water" is a reference to these two opposite elements of trouble and destruction, meaning that against all odds, whether it be fire or flood, the person's will will see him through.
Hope that helped! : )
2007-06-13 18:37:59 · answer #1 · answered by Mr. man about slum 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's a cliche meaning nothing will prevent you from succeeding in your stated goal. Perseverence leads to success!
2007-06-13 16:23:31 · answer #2 · answered by Rhonda 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a colorful version of "No matter what" or "Whatever it takes". Smacks of the Old West, doesn't it?
2007-06-13 17:07:23 · answer #3 · answered by OkieDanCer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
death yeah death so brutally choosing one life
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2007-06-13 16:24:16 · answer #4 · answered by jessicaavialable 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no matter what happens
2007-06-13 16:24:24 · answer #5 · answered by Beach Saint 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋