Jeremiah 25:16

Authorized King James Version

And they shall drink, and be moved, and be mad, because of the sword that I will send among them.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְשָׁת֕וּ

H8354

And they shall drink

to imbibe (literally or figuratively)

וְהִֽתְגֹּֽעֲשׁ֖וּ

H1607

and be moved

to agitate violently

וְהִתְהֹלָ֑לוּ

H1984

and be mad

to be clear (orig. of sound, but usually of color); to shine; hence, to make a show, to boast; and thus to be (clamorously) foolish; to rave; causativ

מִפְּנֵ֣י

H6440

because

the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposi

הַחֶ֔רֶב

H2719

of the sword

drought; also a cutting instrument (from its destructive effect), as a knife, sword, or other sharp implement

אֲשֶׁ֛ר

H834

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

אָנֹכִ֥י

H595

שֹׁלֵ֖חַ

H7971

that I will send

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

בֵּינֹתָֽם׃

H996

between (repeated before each noun, often with other particles); also as a conjunction, either...or

Analysis

Within the broader context of Jeremiah, this passage highlights salvation 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 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 this verse's literary context within Jeremiah chapter 25 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
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?

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