Jeremiah 11:6

Authorized King James Version

Then the LORD said unto me, Proclaim all these words in the cities of Judah, and in the streets of Jerusalem, saying, Hear ye the words of this covenant, and do them.

Word-by-Word Analysis

לֵאמֹ֑ר

H559

said

to say (used with great latitude)

יְהוָה֙

H3068

Then the LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

אֵלַ֔י

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

קְרָ֨א

H7121

unto me Proclaim

to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)

אֶת

H853

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

כָּל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

דִּבְרֵי֙

H1697

all these words

a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause

הָאֵ֙לֶּה֙

H428

these or those

בְּעָרֵ֣י

H5892

in the cities

a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post)

#10

יְהוּדָ֔ה

H3063

of Judah

jehudah (or judah), the name of five israelites; also of the tribe descended from the first, and of its territory

#11

וּבְחֻצ֥וֹת

H2351

and in the streets

properly, separate by a wall, i.e., outside, outdoors

#12

יְרוּשָׁלִַ֖ם

H3389

of Jerusalem

jerushalaim or jerushalem, the capital city of palestine

#13

לֵאמֹ֑ר

H559

said

to say (used with great latitude)

#14

שִׁמְע֗וּ

H8085

Hear

to hear intelligently (often with implication of attention, obedience, etc.; causatively, to tell, etc.)

#15

אֶת

H853

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

#16

דִּבְרֵי֙

H1697

all these words

a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause

#17

הַבְּרִ֣ית

H1285

of this covenant

a compact (because made by passing between pieces of flesh)

#18

הַזֹּ֔את

H2063

this (often used adverb)

#19

וַעֲשִׂיתֶ֖ם

H6213

and do

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

#20

אוֹתָֽם׃

H853

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

Analysis

This verse develops the covenant theme central to Jeremiah. The concept of covenant reflects the development of covenant within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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 covenant. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on covenant address questions about God's character and purposes in the modern world, and how should the church respond?
How does this verse's literary context within Jeremiah chapter 11 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
How might the original audience's understanding of covenant differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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