Jeremiah 19:14

Authorized King James Version

Then came Jeremiah from Tophet, whither the LORD had sent him to prophesy; and he stood in the court of the LORD'S house; and said to all the people,

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיָּבֹ֤א

H935

Then came

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

יִרְמְיָ֙הוּ֙

H3414

Jeremiah

jirmejah, the name of eight or nine israelites

מֵֽהַתֹּ֔פֶת

H8612

from Tophet

topheth, a place near jerusalem

אֲשֶׁ֨ר

H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

שְׁלָח֧וֹ

H7971

had sent

to send away, for, or out (in a great variety of applications)

יְהוָ֔ה

H3068

of the LORD'S

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

שָׁ֖ם

H8033

there (transferring to time) then; often thither, or thence

לְהִנָּבֵ֑א

H5012

him to prophesy

to prophesy, i.e., speak (or sing) by inspiration (in prediction or simple discourse)

וַֽיַּעֲמֹד֙

H5975

and he stood

to stand, in various relations (literal and figurative, intransitive and transitive)

#10

בַּחֲצַ֣ר

H2691

in the court

a yard (as inclosed by a fence); also a hamlet (as similarly surrounded with walls)

#11

בֵּית

H1004

house

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

#12

יְהוָ֔ה

H3068

of the LORD'S

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

#13

וַיֹּ֖אמֶר

H559

and said

to say (used with great latitude)

#14

אֶל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

#15

כָּל

H3605

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

#16

הָעָֽם׃

H5971

to all the people

a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

Analysis

Within the broader context of Jeremiah, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, 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 sovereignty. 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 salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
How does this verse's literary context within Jeremiah chapter 19 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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?

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