Ezekiel 7:9

Authorized King James Version

And mine eye shall not spare, neither will I have pity: I will recompense thee according to thy ways and thine abominations that are in the midst of thee; and ye shall know that I am the LORD that smiteth.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְלֹא

H3808

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

תָח֥וֹס

H2347

shall not spare

properly, to cover, i.e., (figuratively) to compassionate

עֵינִ֖י

H5869

And mine eye

an eye (literally or figuratively); by analogy, a fountain (as the eye of the landscape)

וְלֹ֣א

H3808

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

אֶחְמ֑וֹל

H2550

neither will I have pity

to commiserate; by implication, to spare

כִּדְרָכַ֜יִךְ

H1870

thee according to thy ways

a road (as trodden); figuratively, a course of life or mode of action, often adverb

עָלַ֣יִךְ

H5921

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

אֶתֵּ֗ן

H5414

I will recompense

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

וְתוֹעֲבוֹתַ֙יִךְ֙

H8441

and thine abominations

properly, something disgusting (morally), i.e., (as noun) an abhorrence; especially idolatry or (concretely) an idol

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בְּתוֹכֵ֣ךְ

H8432

that are in the midst

a bisection, i.e., (by implication) the center

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תִּֽהְיֶ֔יןָ

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

#12

וִֽידַעְתֶּ֕ם

H3045

of thee and ye shall know

to know (properly, to ascertain by seeing); used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially (including o

#13

כִּ֛י

H3588

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

#14

אֲנִ֥י

H589

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יְהוָ֖ה

H3068

that I am the LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

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מַכֶּֽה׃

H5221

that smiteth

to strike (lightly or severely, literally or figuratively)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Ezekiel. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, 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 sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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 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?
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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