Exodus 31:10

Authorized King James Version

And the cloths of service, and the holy garments for Aaron the priest, and the garments of his sons, to minister in the priest's office,

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וְאֵ֖ת
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#2
בִּגְדֵ֥י
And the cloths
a covering, i.e., clothing
#3
הַשְּׂרָ֑ד
of service
stitching (as pierced with a needle)
#4
וְאֶת
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#5
בִּגְדֵ֥י
And the cloths
a covering, i.e., clothing
#6
הַקֹּ֙דֶשׁ֙
and the holy
a sacred place or thing; rarely abstract, sanctity
#7
לְאַֽהֲרֹ֣ן
for Aaron
aharon, the brother of moses
#8
הַכֹּהֵ֔ן
the priest
literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman)
#9
וְאֶת
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#10
בִּגְדֵ֥י
And the cloths
a covering, i.e., clothing
#11
בָנָ֖יו
of his sons
a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or
#12
לְכַהֵֽן׃
to minister in the priest's office
to officiate as a priest; figuratively, to put on regalia

Analysis

Within the broader context of Exodus, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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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