Deuteronomy 10:7

Authorized King James Version

From thence they journeyed unto Gudgodah; and from Gudgodah to Jotbath, a land of rivers of waters.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
מִשָּׁ֥ם
there (transferring to time) then; often thither, or thence
#2
נָֽסְע֖וּ
From thence they journeyed
properly, to pull up, especially the tent-pins, i.e., start on a journey
#3
הַגֻּדְגֹּ֣דָה
and from Gudgodah
gudgodah, a place in the desert
#4
וּמִן
properly, a part of; hence (prepositionally), from or out of in many senses
#5
הַגֻּדְגֹּ֣דָה
and from Gudgodah
gudgodah, a place in the desert
#6
יָטְבָ֔תָה
to Jotbath
jotbathah, a place in the desert
#7
אֶ֖רֶץ
a land
the earth (at large, or partitively a land)
#8
נַֽחֲלֵי
of rivers
a stream, especially a winter torrent; (by implication) a (narrow) valley (in which a brook runs); also a shaft (of a mine)
#9
מָֽיִם׃
of waters
water; figuratively, juice; by euphemism, urine, semen

Analysis

Within the broader context of Deuteronomy, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, 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 Deuteronomy.

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 Deuteronomy Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine sovereignty in this particular way.

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