2 Samuel 15:28

Authorized King James Version

See, I will tarry in the plain of the wilderness, until there come word from you to certify me.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
רְאוּ֙
See
to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)
#2
אָֽנֹכִ֣י
i
#3
מִתְמַהְמֵ֔הַּ
I will tarry
properly, to question or hesitate, i.e., (by implication) to be reluctant
#4
בְּעַֽבְר֖וֹת
a crossing-place
#5
הַמִּדְבָּ֑ר
of the wilderness
a pasture (i.e., open field, whither cattle are driven); by implication, a desert
#6
עַ֣ד
as far (or long, or much) as, whether of space (even unto) or time (during, while, until) or degree (equally with)
#7
בּ֥וֹא
until there come
to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)
#8
דָבָ֛ר
word
a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause
#9
מֵֽעִמָּכֶ֖ם
adverb or preposition, with (i.e., in conjunction with), in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix (and then
#10
לְהַגִּ֥יד
from you to certify
properly, to front, i.e., stand boldly out opposite; by implication (causatively), to manifest; figuratively, to announce (always by word of mouth to
#11
לִֽי׃
H0

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Samuel, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of 2 Samuel.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of 2 Samuel Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

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