Jeremiah 19:2

Authorized King James Version

And go forth unto the valley of the son of Hinnom, which is by the entry of the east gate, and proclaim there the words that I shall tell thee,

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְיָצָ֙אתָ֙

H3318

And go forth

to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim

אֶל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

גֵּ֣יא

H1516

unto the valley

a gorge (from its lofty sides; hence, narrow, but not a gully or winter-torrent)

בֶן

H1121

of the son

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

הִנֹּ֔ם

H2011

of Hinnom

hinnom, apparently a jebusite

אֲשֶׁ֕ר

H834

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

פֶּ֖תַח

H6607

which is by the entry

an opening (literally), i.e., door (gate) or entrance way

שַׁ֣עַר

H8179

gate

an opening, i.e., door or gate

הַֽחַרְסִ֑ות

H2777

of the east

a potsherd, i.e., (by implication) a pottery; the name of a gate at jerusalem

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וְקָרָ֣אתָ

H7121

and proclaim

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

#11

שָּׁ֔ם

H8033

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

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אֶת

H853

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

#13

הַדְּבָרִ֖ים

H1697

there the words

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

#14

אֲשֶׁר

H834

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

#15

אֲדַבֵּ֥ר

H1696

that I shall tell

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

#16

אֵלֶֽיךָ׃

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

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 literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Jeremiah Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

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?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
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?

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