Exodus 14:13

Authorized King James Version

And Moses said unto the people, Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will shew to you to day: for the Egyptians whom ye have seen to day, ye shall see them again no more for ever.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיֹּ֨אמֶר

H559

said

to say (used with great latitude)

מֹשֶׁ֣ה

H4872

And Moses

mosheh, the israelite lawgiver

אֶל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

הָעָם֮

H5971

unto the people

a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

אַל

H408

not (the qualified negation, used as a deprecative); once (job 24:25) as a noun, nothing

תִּירָאוּ֒

H3372

Fear

to fear; morally to revere; causatively to frighten

הִֽתְיַצְב֗וּ

H3320

ye not stand still

to place (any thing so as to stay); reflexively, to station, offer, continue

לִרְאֹתָ֥ם

H7200

and see

to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

#10

יְשׁוּעַ֣ת

H3444

the salvation

something saved, i.e., (abstractly) deliverance; hence, aid, victory, prosperity

#11

יְהוָ֔ה

H3068

of the LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

#12

אֲשֶׁר

H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

#13

יַֽעֲשֶׂ֥ה

H6213

which he will shew

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

#14

לָכֶ֖ם

#15

הַיּ֔וֹם

H3117

to day

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

#16

כִּ֗י

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

#17

אֲשֶׁ֨ר

H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

#18

לִרְאֹתָ֥ם

H7200

and see

to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)

#19

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

#20

מִצְרַ֙יִם֙

H4714

for the Egyptians

mitsrajim, i.e., upper and lower egypt

#21

הַיּ֔וֹם

H3117

to day

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

#22

לֹ֥א

H3808

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

#23

תֹסִ֛פוּ

H3254

them again

to add or augment (often adverbial, to continue to do a thing)

#24

לִרְאֹתָ֥ם

H7200

and see

to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)

#25

ע֖וֹד

H5750

properly, iteration or continuance; used only adverbially (with or without preposition), again, repeatedly, still, more

#26

עַד

H5704

no more for

as far (or long, or much) as, whether of space (even unto) or time (during, while, until) or degree (equally with)

#27

עוֹלָֽם׃

H5769

ever

properly, concealed, i.e., the vanishing point; generally, time out of mind (past or future), i.e., (practically) eternity; frequentatively, adverbial

Analysis

Within the broader context of Exodus, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of salvation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about salvation, 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 Exodus.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show rescue narratives from ancient literature that would resonate with the audience, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How does this verse's literary context within Exodus chapter 14 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
How might the original audience's understanding of salvation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
In what ways does understanding salvation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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