Esther 9:28

Authorized King James Version

And that these days should be remembered and kept throughout every generation, every family, every province, and every city; and that these days of Purim should not fail from among the Jews, nor the memorial of them perish from their seed.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וִימֵ֞י

H3117

And that these days

a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an asso

הָ֠אֵלֶּה

H428

these or those

נִזְכָּרִ֨ים

H2142

should be remembered

properly, to mark (so as to be recognized), i.e., to remember; by implication, to mention; to be male

וְנַֽעֲשִׂ֜ים

H6213

and kept

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

בְּכָל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

וָד֗וֹר

H1755

every generation

properly, a revolution of time, i.e., an age or generation; also a dwelling

וָד֗וֹר

H1755

every generation

properly, a revolution of time, i.e., an age or generation; also a dwelling

וּמִשְׁפָּחָ֔ה

H4940

every family

a family, i.e., circle of relatives; figuratively, a class (of persons), a species (of animals) or sort (of things); by extension a tribe or people

וּמִשְׁפָּחָ֔ה

H4940

every family

a family, i.e., circle of relatives; figuratively, a class (of persons), a species (of animals) or sort (of things); by extension a tribe or people

#10

וּמְדִינָ֖ה

H4082

every province

properly, a judgeship, i.e., jurisdiction; by implication, a district (as ruled by a judge); generally, a region

#11

וּמְדִינָ֖ה

H4082

every province

properly, a judgeship, i.e., jurisdiction; by implication, a district (as ruled by a judge); generally, a region

#12

וָעִ֑יר

H5892

and every city

a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post)

#13

וָעִ֑יר

H5892

and every city

a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post)

#14

וִימֵ֞י

H3117

And that these days

a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an asso

#15

הַפּוּרִ֣ים

H6332

of Purim

a lot (as by means of a broken piece)

#16

הָאֵ֗לֶּה

H428

these or those

#17

לֹ֤א

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

#18

יַֽעַבְרוּ֙

H5674

should not fail

to cross over; used very widely of any transition (literal or figurative; transitive, intransitive, intensive, causative); specifically, to cover (in

#19

מִתּ֣וֹךְ

H8432

from among

a bisection, i.e., (by implication) the center

#20

הַיְּהוּדִ֔ים

H3064

the Jews

a jehudite (i.e., judaite or jew), or descendant of jehudah (i.e., judah)

#21

וְזִכְרָ֖ם

H2143

nor the memorial

a memento, abstractly recollection (rarely if ever); by implication, commemoration

#22

לֹֽא

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

#23

יָס֥וּף

H5486

of them perish

to snatch away, i.e., terminate

#24

מִזַּרְעָֽם׃

H2233

from their seed

seed; figuratively, fruit, plant, sowing-time, posterity

Analysis

Within the broader context of Esther, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. 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 Esther.

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.

Questions for Reflection

What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?

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