Hosea 13:4

Authorized King James Version

Yet I am the LORD thy God from the land of Egypt, and thou shalt know no god but me: for there is no saviour beside me.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וְאָנֹכִ֛י
H595
i
#2
יְהוָ֥ה
H3068
Yet I am the LORD
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
#3
וֵאלֹהִ֤ים
H430
no god
gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of
#4
מֵאֶ֣רֶץ
H776
from the land
the earth (at large, or partitively a land)
#5
מִצְרָ֑יִם
H4714
of Egypt
mitsrajim, i.e., upper and lower egypt
#6
וֵאלֹהִ֤ים
H430
no god
gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of
#7
זֽוּלָתִי֙
H2108
but me
probably scattering, i.e., removal; used adverbially, except
#8
לֹ֣א
H3808
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#9
תֵדָ֔ע
H3045
and thou shalt know
to know (properly, to ascertain by seeing); used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially (including o
#10
וּמוֹשִׁ֥יעַ
H3467
for there is no saviour
properly, to be open, wide or free, i.e., (by implication) to be safe; causatively, to free or succor
#11
אַ֖יִן
H369
a nonentity; generally used as a negative particle
#12
בִּלְתִּֽי׃
H1115
beside me
properly, a failure of, i.e., (used only as a negative particle, usually with a prepositional prefix) not, except, without, unless, besides, because n

Analysis

Within the broader context of Hosea, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, 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 Hosea.

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