Jeremiah 12:6

Authorized King James Version

For even thy brethren, and the house of thy father, even they have dealt treacherously with thee; yea, they have called a multitude after thee: believe them not, though they speak fair words unto thee.

Word-by-Word Analysis

כִּ֧י

H3588

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

גַם

H1571

properly, assemblage; used only adverbially also, even, yea, though; often repeated as correl. both...and

אַחֶ֣יךָ

H251

For even thy brethren

a brother (used in the widest sense of literal relationship and metaphorical affinity or resemblance [like h0001])

וּבֵית

H1004

and the house

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

אָבִ֗יךָ

of thy father

father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application

גַּם

H1571

properly, assemblage; used only adverbially also, even, yea, though; often repeated as correl. both...and

הֵ֙מָּה֙

H1992

they (only used when emphatic)

בָּ֣גְדוּ

H898

even they have dealt treacherously

to cover (with a garment); figuratively, to act covertly; by implication, to pillage

בָ֔ךְ

#10

גַּם

H1571

properly, assemblage; used only adverbially also, even, yea, though; often repeated as correl. both...and

#11

הֵ֛מָּה

H1992

they (only used when emphatic)

#12

קָרְא֥וּ

H7121

with thee yea they have called

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

#13

אַחֲרֶ֖יךָ

H310

after

properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)

#14

מָלֵ֑א

H4392

a multitude

full (literally or figuratively) or filling (literally); also (concretely) fulness; adverbially, fully

#15

אַל

H408

not (the qualified negation, used as a deprecative); once (job 24:25) as a noun, nothing

#16

תַּאֲמֵ֣ן

H539

thee believe

properly, to build up or support; to foster as a parent or nurse; figuratively to render (or be) firm or faithful, to trust or believe, to be permanen

#17

בָּ֔ם

#18

כִּֽי

H3588

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

#19

יְדַבְּר֥וּ

H1696

them not though they speak

perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively (of words), to speak; rarely (in a destructive sense) to subdue

#20

אֵלֶ֖יךָ

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

#21

טוֹבֽוֹת׃

H2896

fair words

good (as an adjective) in the widest sense; used likewise as a noun, both in the masculine and the feminine, the singular and the plural (good, a good

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 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.

Questions for Reflection

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?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
How does this verse's literary context within Jeremiah chapter 12 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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