Jeremiah 27:1

Authorized King James Version

In the beginning of the reign of Jehoiakim the son of Josiah king of Judah came this word unto Jeremiah from the LORD, saying,

Word-by-Word Analysis

בְּרֵאשִׁ֗ית

H7225

In the beginning

the first, in place, time, order or rank (specifically, a firstfruit)

מַמְלֶ֛כֶת

H4467

of the reign

dominion, i.e., (abstractly) the estate (rule) or (concretely) the country (realm)

יְהוֹיָקִ֥ם

H3079

of Jehoiakim

jehojakim, a jewish king

בֶּן

H1121

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

יֹאושִׁיָּ֖הוּ

H2977

of Josiah

joshijah, the name of two israelites

מֶ֣לֶךְ

H4428

king

a king

יְהוּדָ֑ה

H3063

of Judah

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

הָיָ֞ה

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

הַדָּבָ֤ר

H1697

came this word

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

#10

הַזֶּה֙

H2088

the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that

#11

אֶֽל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

#12

יִרְמְיָ֔ה

H3414

unto Jeremiah

jirmejah, the name of eight or nine israelites

#13

מֵאֵ֥ת

H853

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

#14

יְהוָ֖ה

H3068

from the LORD

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

#15

לֵאמֹֽר׃

H559

saying

to say (used with great latitude)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Jeremiah, this passage highlights kingdom of God through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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 introducing key themes that will be developed throughout 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 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 sovereignty address the apparent delay of Christ's return and God's justice, and how should the church respond?
In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about kingdom of God?

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