Ezekiel 7:12

Authorized King James Version

The time is come, the day draweth near: let not the buyer rejoice, nor the seller mourn: for wrath is upon all the multitude thereof.

Word-by-Word Analysis

בָּ֤א

H935

is come

to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)

הָעֵת֙

H6256

The time

time, especially (adverb with preposition) now, when, etc

הִגִּ֣יעַ

H5060

draweth near

properly, to touch, i.e., lay the hand upon (for any purpose; euphemistically, to lie with a woman); by implication, to reach (figuratively, to arrive

הַיּ֔וֹם

H3117

the day

a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an asso

הַקּוֹנֶה֙

H7069

let not the buyer

to erect, i.e., create; by extension, to procure, especially by purchase (causatively, sell); by implication to own

אַל

H408

not (the qualified negation, used as a deprecative); once (job 24:25) as a noun, nothing

יִשְׂמָ֔ח

H8055

rejoice

probably to brighten up, i.e., (figuratively) be (causatively, make) blithe or gleesome

וְהַמּוֹכֵ֖ר

H4376

nor the seller

to sell, literally (as merchandise, a daughter in marriage, into slavery), or figuratively (to surrender)

אַל

H408

not (the qualified negation, used as a deprecative); once (job 24:25) as a noun, nothing

#10

יִתְאַבָּ֑ל

H56

mourn

to bewail

#11

כִּ֥י

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

#12

חָר֖וֹן

H2740

for wrath

a burning of anger

#13

אֶל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

#14

כָּל

H3605

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

#15

הֲמוֹנָֽהּ׃

H1995

is upon all the multitude

a noise, tumult, crowd; also disquietude, wealth

Analysis

Within the broader context of Ezekiel, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. 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 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?
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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