Isaiah 28:3

Authorized King James Version

The crown of pride, the drunkards of Ephraim, shall be trodden under feet:

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
בְּרַגְלַ֖יִם
under feet
a foot (as used in walking); by implication, a step; by euphemistically the pudenda
#2
תֵּֽרָמַ֑סְנָה
shall be trodden
to tread upon (as a potter, in walking or abusively)
#3
עֲטֶ֥רֶת
The crown
a crown
#4
גֵּא֖וּת
of pride
the same as h1346
#5
שִׁכּוֹרֵ֥י
the drunkards
intoxicated, as a state or a habit
#6
אֶפְרָֽיִם׃
of Ephraim
ephrajim, a son of joseph; also the tribe descended from him, and its territory

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Isaiah. 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 Isaiah 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.

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