Jeremiah 15:13

Authorized King James Version

Thy substance and thy treasures will I give to the spoil without price, and that for all thy sins, even in all thy borders.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
חֵילְךָ֧
Thy substance
probably a force, whether of men, means or other resources; an army, wealth, virtue, valor, strength
#2
וְאוֹצְרוֹתֶ֛יךָ
and thy treasures
a depository
#3
לָבַ֥ז
to the spoil
plunder
#4
אֶתֵּ֖ן
will I give
to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)
#5
לֹ֣א
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#6
בִמְחִ֑יר
without price
price, payment, wages
#7
וּבְכָל
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
#8
חַטֹּאותֶ֖יךָ
and that for all thy sins
an offence (sometimes habitual sinfulness), and its penalty, occasion, sacrifice, or expiation; also (concretely) an offender
#9
וּבְכָל
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
#10
גְּבוּלֶֽיךָ׃
even in all thy borders
properly, a cord (as twisted), i.e., (by implication) a boundary; by extension the territory inclosed

Analysis

Within the broader context of Jeremiah, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Jeremiah.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

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