Jeremiah 17:25

Authorized King James Version

Then shall there enter into the gates of this city kings and princes sitting upon the throne of David, riding in chariots and on horses, they, and their princes, the men of Judah, and the inhabitants of Jerusalem: and this city shall remain for ever.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וּבָ֣אוּ

H935

Then shall there enter

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

בְשַׁעֲרֵ֣י

H8179

into the gates

an opening, i.e., door or gate

הָֽעִיר

H5892

and this city

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

הַזֹּ֡את

H2063

this (often used adverb)

מְלָכִ֣ים׀

H4428

kings

a king

וְשָׂ֣רֵיהֶ֔ם

H8269

and princes

a head person (of any rank or class)

וְיָשְׁבָ֥ה

H3427

and the inhabitants

properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry

עַל

H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

כִּסֵּ֨א

H3678

upon the throne

properly, covered, i.e., a throne (as canopied)

#10

דָוִ֜ד

H1732

of David

david, the youngest son of jesse

#11

רֹכְבִ֣ים׀

H7392

riding

to ride (on an animal or in a vehicle); causatively, to place upon (for riding or generally), to despatch

#12

בָּרֶ֣כֶב

H7393

in chariots

a vehicle; by implication, a team; by extension, cavalry; by analogy a rider, i.e., the upper millstone

#13

וּבַסּוּסִ֗ים

H5483

and on horses

a horse (as leaping)

#14

הֵ֚מָּה

H1992

they (only used when emphatic)

#15

וְשָׂ֣רֵיהֶ֔ם

H8269

and princes

a head person (of any rank or class)

#16

אִ֥ישׁ

H376

the men

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)

#17

יְהוּדָ֖ה

H3063

of Judah

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

#18

וְיָשְׁבָ֥ה

H3427

and the inhabitants

properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry

#19

יְרוּשָׁלִָ֑ם

H3389

of Jerusalem

jerushalaim or jerushalem, the capital city of palestine

#20

וְיָשְׁבָ֥ה

H3427

and the inhabitants

properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry

#21

הָֽעִיר

H5892

and this city

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

#22

הַזֹּ֖את

H2063

this (often used adverb)

#23

לְעוֹלָֽם׃

H5769

for ever

properly, concealed, i.e., the vanishing point; generally, time out of mind (past or future), i.e., (practically) eternity; frequentatively, adverbial

Analysis

Within the broader context of Jeremiah, this passage highlights kingdom of God through universal language and absolute statements. 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

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 practical applications emerge from understanding kingdom of God as presented in this verse, particularly in light of providing hope in times of political and social upheaval?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address the apparent delay of Christ's return and God's justice, and how should the church respond?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from earthly theocracy through Davidic kingdom to eschatological fulfillment, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?

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