Ezekiel 32:30

Authorized King James Version

There be the princes of the north, all of them, and all the Zidonians, which are gone down with the slain; with their terror they are ashamed of their might; and they lie uncircumcised with them that be slain by the sword, and bear their shame with them that go down to the pit.

Word-by-Word Analysis

שָׁ֣מָּה

H8033

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

נְסִיכֵ֥י

H5257

There be the princes

properly, something poured out, i.e., a libation; by implication, a prince (as anointed)

צָפ֛וֹן

H6828

of the north

properly, hidden, i.e., dark; used only of the north as a quarter (gloomy and unknown)

כֻּלָּ֖ם

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

וְכָל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

צִֽדֹנִ֑י

H6722

all of them and all the Zidonians

a tsidonian or inhabitant of tsidon

אֲשֶׁר

H834

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

י֥וֹרְדֵי

H3381

which are gone down

to descend (literally, to go downwards; or conventionally to a lower region, as the shore, a boundary, the enemy, etc.; or figuratively, to fall); cau

אֶת

H854

properly, nearness (used only as a preposition or an adverb), near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc

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חַלְלֵי

H2491

with the slain

pierced (especially to death); figuratively, polluted

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בְּחִתִּיתָ֤ם

H2851

with their terror

fear

#12

מִגְבֽוּרָתָם֙

H1369

of their might

force (literally or figuratively); by implication, valor, victory

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בּוֹשִׁ֔ים

H954

they are ashamed

properly, to pale, i.e., by implication to be ashamed; also (by implication) to be disappointed or delayed

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וַיִּשְׁכְּב֤וּ

H7901

and they lie

to lie down (for rest, sexual connection, decease or any other purpose)

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עֲרֵלִים֙

H6189

uncircumcised

properly, exposed, i.e., projecting loose (as to the prepuce); used only technically, uncircumcised (i.e., still having the prepuce uncurtailed)

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אֶת

H854

properly, nearness (used only as a preposition or an adverb), near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc

#17

חַלְלֵי

H2491

with the slain

pierced (especially to death); figuratively, polluted

#18

חֶ֔רֶב

H2719

by the sword

drought; also a cutting instrument (from its destructive effect), as a knife, sword, or other sharp implement

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וַיִּשְׂא֥וּ

H5375

and bear

to lift, in a great variety of applications, literal and figurative, absolute and relative

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כְלִמָּתָ֖ם

H3639

their shame

disgrace

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אֶת

H854

properly, nearness (used only as a preposition or an adverb), near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc

#22

י֥וֹרְדֵי

H3381

which are gone down

to descend (literally, to go downwards; or conventionally to a lower region, as the shore, a boundary, the enemy, etc.; or figuratively, to fall); cau

#23

בֽוֹר׃

H953

to the pit

a pit hole (especially one used as a cistern or a prison)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Ezekiel. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation 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

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 Ezekiel 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.

Questions for Reflection

What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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