Hosea 2:22

Authorized King James Version

And the earth shall hear the corn, and the wine, and the oil; and they shall hear Jezreel.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְהָאָ֣רֶץ

H776

And the earth

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

יַעֲנ֥וּ

H6030

and they shall hear

properly, to eye or (generally) to heed, i.e., pay attention; by implication, to respond; by extension to begin to speak; specifically to sing, shout,

אֶת

H853

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

הַדָּגָ֖ן

H1715

the corn

properly, increase, i.e., grain

וְאֶת

H853

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

הַתִּיר֣וֹשׁ

H8492

and the wine

must or fresh grape-juice (as just squeezed out); by implication (rarely) fermented wine

וְאֶת

H853

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

הַיִּצְהָ֑ר

H3323

and the oil

oil (as producing light); figuratively, anointing

וְהֵ֖ם

H1992

they (only used when emphatic)

#10

יַעֲנ֥וּ

H6030

and they shall hear

properly, to eye or (generally) to heed, i.e., pay attention; by implication, to respond; by extension to begin to speak; specifically to sing, shout,

#11

אֶֽת

H853

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

#12

יִזְרְעֶֽאל׃

H3157

Jezreel

jizreel, the name of two places in palestine and of two israelites

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Hosea. 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 literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Hosea Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

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?
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 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?