Ezekiel 36:29

Authorized King James Version

I will also save you from all your uncleannesses: and I will call for the corn, and will increase it, and lay no famine upon you.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְהוֹשַׁעְתִּ֣י

H3467

I will also save

properly, to be open, wide or free, i.e., (by implication) to be safe; causatively, to free or succor

אֶתְכֶ֔ם

H853

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

מִכֹּ֖ל

H3605

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

טֻמְאֽוֹתֵיכֶ֑ם

H2932

you from all your uncleannesses

religious impurity

וְקָרָ֤אתִי

H7121

and I will call

to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)

אֶל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

הַדָּגָן֙

H1715

for the corn

properly, increase, i.e., grain

וְהִרְבֵּיתִ֣י

H7235

and will increase

to increase (in whatever respect)

אֹת֔וֹ

H853

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

#10

וְלֹא

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

#11

אֶתֵּ֥ן

H5414

it and lay

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

#12

עֲלֵיכֶ֖ם

H5921

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

#13

רָעָֽב׃

H7458

no famine

hunger (more or less extensive)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Ezekiel, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. 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 Ezekiel.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition 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.

Questions for Reflection

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?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?

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