Jeremiah 11:23

Authorized King James Version

And there shall be no remnant of them: for I will bring evil upon the men of Anathoth, even the year of their visitation.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וּשְׁאֵרִ֕ית

H7611

And there shall be no remnant

a remainder or residual (surviving, final) portion

לֹ֥א

H3808

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

תִֽהְיֶ֖ה

H1961

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

לָהֶ֑ם

כִּֽי

H3588

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

אָבִ֥יא

H935

of them for I will bring

to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)

רָעָ֛ה

H7451

evil

bad or (as noun) evil (natural or moral)

אֶל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

אַנְשֵׁ֥י

H376

a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)

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עֲנָת֖וֹת

H6068

of Anathoth

anathoth, the name of two israelites, also of a place in pal

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שְׁנַ֥ת

H8141

even the year

a year (as a revolution of time)

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פְּקֻדָּתָֽם׃

H6486

of their visitation

visitation (in many senses, chiefly official)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Jeremiah. 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 Jeremiah 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 might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
How does this verse's literary context within Jeremiah chapter 11 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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