Ezekiel 29:14

Authorized King James Version

And I will bring again the captivity of Egypt, and will cause them to return into the land of Pathros, into the land of their habitation; and they shall be there a base kingdom.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַהֲשִׁבֹתִ֤י

H7725

And I will bring again

to turn back (hence, away) transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively (not necessarily with the idea of return to the starting point);

אֶת

H853

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

שְׁב֣וּת

H7622

the captivity

exile, concretely, prisoners; figuratively, a former state of prosperity

מִצְרַ֔יִם

H4714

of Egypt

mitsrajim, i.e., upper and lower egypt

וַהֲשִׁבֹתִ֤י

H7725

And I will bring again

to turn back (hence, away) transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively (not necessarily with the idea of return to the starting point);

אֹתָם֙

H853

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

אֶ֖רֶץ

H776

into the land

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

פַּתְר֔וֹס

H6624

of Pathros

pathros, a part of egypt

עַל

H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

#10

אֶ֖רֶץ

H776

into the land

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

#11

מְכֽוּרָתָ֑ם

H4351

of their habitation

origin (as if a mine)

#12

וְהָ֥יוּ

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

#13

שָׁ֖ם

H8033

there (transferring to time) then; often thither, or thence

#14

מַמְלָכָ֥ה

H4467

kingdom

dominion, i.e., (abstractly) the estate (rule) or (concretely) the country (realm)

#15

שְׁפָלָֽה׃

H8217

and they shall be there a base

depressed, literally or figuratively

Analysis

This verse develops the kingdom of God theme central to Ezekiel. The concept of kingdom reflects the development of kingdom of God within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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 kingdom of God particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show imperial and royal imagery familiar to subjects of ancient monarchies, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

What practical applications emerge from understanding kingdom of God as presented in this verse, particularly in light of providing hope in times of political and social upheaval?
In what ways does understanding kingdom in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about kingdom of God?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from earthly theocracy through Davidic kingdom to eschatological fulfillment, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?

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