Ezekiel 36:30

Authorized King James Version

And I will multiply the fruit of the tree, and the increase of the field, that ye shall receive no more reproach of famine among the heathen.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְהִרְבֵּיתִי֙

H7235

And I will multiply

to increase (in whatever respect)

אֶת

H853

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

פְּרִ֣י

H6529

the fruit

fruit (literally or figuratively)

הָעֵ֔ץ

H6086

of the tree

a tree (from its firmness); hence, wood (plural sticks)

וּתְנוּבַ֖ת

H8570

and the increase

produce

הַשָּׂדֶ֑ה

H7704

of the field

a field (as flat)

לְמַ֗עַן

H4616

properly, heed, i.e., purpose; used only adverbially, on account of (as a motive or an aim), teleologically, in order that

אֲ֠שֶׁר

H834

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

לֹ֣א

H3808

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

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תִקְח֥וּ

H3947

that ye shall receive

to take (in the widest variety of applications)

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ע֛וֹד

H5750

properly, iteration or continuance; used only adverbially (with or without preposition), again, repeatedly, still, more

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חֶרְפַּ֥ת

H2781

no more reproach

contumely, disgrace, the pudenda

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רָעָ֖ב

H7458

of famine

hunger (more or less extensive)

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בַּגּוֹיִֽם׃

H1471

among the heathen

a foreign nation; hence, a gentile; also (figuratively) a troop of animals, or a flight of locusts

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

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 salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
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?
How does this verse's literary context within Ezekiel chapter 36 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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