Exodus 39:24

Authorized King James Version

And they made upon the hems of the robe pomegranates of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and twined linen.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַֽיַּעֲשׂוּ֙
And they made
to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application
#2
עַל
above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications
#3
שׁוּלֵ֣י
upon the hems
a skirt; by implication, a bottom edge
#4
הַמְּעִ֔יל
of the robe
a robe (i.e., upper and outer garment)
#5
רִמּוֹנֵ֕י
pomegranates
a pomegranate, the tree (from its upright growth) or the fruit (also an artificial ornament)
#6
תְּכֵ֥לֶת
of blue
the cerulean mussel, i.e., the color (violet) obtained therefrom or stuff dyed therewith
#7
וְאַרְגָּמָ֖ן
and purple
purple (the color or the dyed stuff)
#8
וְתוֹלַ֣עַת
a maggot (as voracious); specifically (often with ellipsis of h8144) the crimson-grub, but used only (in this connection) of the color from it, and cl
#9
שָׁנִ֑י
and scarlet
crimson, properly, the insect or its color, also stuff dyed with it
#10
מָשְׁזָֽר׃
and twined
to twist (a thread of straw)

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 historical context of the period of Egyptian bondage and wilderness wandering (c. 1440-1400 BCE) 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.

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