Exodus 29:3

Authorized King James Version

And thou shalt put them into one basket, and bring them in the basket, with the bullock and the two rams.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וְנָֽתַתָּ֤
And thou shalt put
to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)
#2
אוֹתָם֙
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#3
עַל
above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications
#4
בַּסָּ֑ל
basket
properly, a willow twig (as pendulous), i.e., an osier; but only as woven into a basket
#5
אֶחָ֔ד
them into one
properly, united, i.e., one; or (as an ordinal) first
#6
וְהִקְרַבְתָּ֥
and bring
to approach (causatively, bring near) for whatever purpose
#7
אֹתָ֖ם
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#8
בַּסָּ֑ל
basket
properly, a willow twig (as pendulous), i.e., an osier; but only as woven into a basket
#9
וְאֶ֨ת
properly, nearness (used only as a preposition or an adverb), near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc
#10
הַפָּ֔ר
with the bullock
a bullock (apparently as breaking forth in wild strength, or perhaps as dividing the hoof)
#11
וְאֵ֖ת
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#12
שְׁנֵ֥י
and the two
two; also (as ordinal) twofold
#13
הָֽאֵילִֽם׃
rams
properly, strength; hence, anything strong; specifically an oak or other strong tree

Analysis

Within the broader context of Exodus, 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 Exodus.

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 Exodus 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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