Daniel 7:15

Authorized King James Version

I Daniel was grieved in my spirit in the midst of my body, and the visions of my head troubled me.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
אֶתְכְּרִיַּ֥ת
was grieved
to grieve
#2
רוּחִ֛י
in my spirit
mind, spirit
#3
אֲנָ֥ה
I
i
#4
דָנִיֵּ֖אל
Daniel
danijel, the hebrew prophet
#5
בְּג֣וֹ
in the midst
the middle
#6
נִדְנֶ֑ה
of my body
a sheath; figuratively, the body (as the receptacle of the soul)
#7
וְחֶזְוֵ֥י
and the visions
a sight
#8
רֵאשִׁ֖י
of my head
the head; figuratively, the sum
#9
יְבַהֲלֻנַּֽנִי׃
troubled
to terrify, hasten

Analysis

Within the broader context of Daniel, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. 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 Daniel.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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