Isaiah 10:31

Authorized King James Version

Madmenah is removed; the inhabitants of Gebim gather themselves to flee.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
נָדְדָ֖ה
is removed
properly, to wave to and fro (rarely to flap up and down); figuratively, to rove, flee, or (causatively) to drive away
#2
מַדְמֵנָ֑ה
Madmenah
madmenah, a place in palestine
#3
יֹשְׁבֵ֥י
the inhabitants
properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry
#4
הַגֵּבִ֖ים
of Gebim
gebim, a place in palestine
#5
הֵעִֽיזוּ׃
gather themselves to flee
to be strong; causatively, to strengthen, i.e., (figuratively) to save (by flight)

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine revelation contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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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