Ezekiel 35:7

Authorized King James Version

Thus will I make mount Seir most desolate, and cut off from it him that passeth out and him that returneth.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְנָֽתַתִּי֙

H5414

Thus will I make

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

אֶת

H853

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

הַ֣ר

H2022

mount

a mountain or range of hills (sometimes used figuratively)

שֵׂעִ֔יר

H8165

Seir

seir, a mountain of idumaea and its indigenous occupants, also one in palestine

וּשְׁמָמָ֑ה

H8077

desolate

devastation; figuratively, astonishment

וּשְׁמָמָ֑ה

H8077

desolate

devastation; figuratively, astonishment

וְהִכְרַתִּ֥י

H3772

and cut off

to cut (off, down or asunder); by implication, to destroy or consume; specifically, to covenant (i.e., make an alliance or bargain, originally by cutt

מִמֶּ֖נּוּ

H4480

properly, a part of; hence (prepositionally), from or out of in many senses

עֹבֵ֥ר

H5674

from it him that passeth out

to cross over; used very widely of any transition (literal or figurative; transitive, intransitive, intensive, causative); specifically, to cover (in

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וָשָֽׁב׃

H7725

and him that returneth

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

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 systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
How does this verse's literary context within Ezekiel chapter 35 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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?

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