Jeremiah 30:16

Authorized King James Version

Therefore all they that devour thee shall be devoured; and all thine adversaries, every one of them, shall go into captivity; and they that spoil thee shall be a spoil, and all that prey upon thee will I give for a prey.

Word-by-Word Analysis

לָכֵ֞ן

H3651

properly, set upright; hence (figuratively as adjective) just; but usually (as adverb or conjunction) rightly or so (in various applications to manner

כָּל

H3605

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

יֵאָכֵ֔לוּ

H398

Therefore all they that devour

to eat (literally or figuratively)

יֵאָכֵ֔לוּ

H398

Therefore all they that devour

to eat (literally or figuratively)

וְכָל

H3605

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

צָרַ֥יִךְ

H6862

and all thine adversaries

a pebble (as in h6864)

כֻּלָּ֖ם

H3605

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

בַּשְּׁבִ֣י

H7628

into captivity

exiled; captured; as noun, exile (abstractly or concretely and collectively); by extension, booty

יֵלֵ֑כוּ

H1980

to walk (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

#10

וְהָי֤וּ

H1961

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

#11

שֹׁאסַ֙יִךְ֙

H7601

and they that spoil

to plunder

#12

לִמְשִׁסָּ֔ה

H4933

thee shall be a spoil

plunder

#13

וְכָל

H3605

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

#14

בֹּזְזַ֖יִךְ

H962

and all that prey

to plunder

#15

אֶתֵּ֥ן

H5414

upon thee will I give

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

#16

לָבַֽז׃

H957

for a prey

plunder

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 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

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
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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