Ezekiel 43:21

Authorized King James Version

Thou shalt take the bullock also of the sin offering, and he shall burn it in the appointed place of the house, without the sanctuary.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וְלָ֣קַחְתָּ֔
Thou shalt take
to take (in the widest variety of applications)
#2
אֵ֖ת
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#3
הַפָּ֣ר
the bullock
a bullock (apparently as breaking forth in wild strength, or perhaps as dividing the hoof)
#4
הַֽחַטָּ֑את
also of the sin offering
an offence (sometimes habitual sinfulness), and its penalty, occasion, sacrifice, or expiation; also (concretely) an offender
#5
וּשְׂרָפוֹ֙
and he shall burn
to be (causatively, set) on fire
#6
בְּמִפְקַ֣ד
it in the appointed place
an appointment, i.e., mandate; concretely, a designated spot; specifically, a census
#7
הַבַּ֔יִת
of the house
a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
#8
מִח֖וּץ
without
properly, separate by a wall, i.e., outside, outdoors
#9
לַמִּקְדָּֽשׁ׃
the sanctuary
a consecrated thing or place, especially, a palace, sanctuary (whether of jehovah or of idols) or asylum

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 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.

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