Jeremiah 31:23

Authorized King James Version

Thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel; As yet they shall use this speech in the land of Judah and in the cities thereof, when I shall bring again their captivity; The LORD bless thee, O habitation of justice, and mountain of holiness.

Word-by-Word Analysis

כֹּֽה

H3541

properly, like this, i.e., by implication, (of manner) thus (or so); also (of place) here (or hither); or (of time) now

יֹאמְר֞וּ

H559

As yet they shall use

to say (used with great latitude)

יְהוָ֛ה

H3068

The LORD

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

צְבָאוֹת֙

H6635

of hosts

a mass of persons (or figuratively, things), especially reg. organized for war (an army); by implication, a campaign, literally or figuratively (speci

אֱלֹהֵ֣י

H430

the God

gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of

יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל

H3478

of Israel

he will rule as god; jisral, a symbolical name of jacob; also (typically) of his posterity

ע֣וֹד

H5750

properly, iteration or continuance; used only adverbially (with or without preposition), again, repeatedly, still, more

יֹאמְר֞וּ

H559

As yet they shall use

to say (used with great latitude)

אֶת

H853

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

#10

הַדָּבָ֣ר

H1697

this speech

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

#11

הַזֶּ֗ה

H2088

the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that

#12

בְּאֶ֤רֶץ

H776

in the land

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

#13

יְהוּדָה֙

H3063

of Judah

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

#14

וּבְעָרָ֔יו

H5892

and in the cities

a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post)

#15

בְּשׁוּבִ֖י

H7725

thereof when I shall bring again

to turn back (hence, away) transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively (not necessarily with the idea of return to the starting point);

#16

אֶת

H853

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

#17

שְׁבוּתָ֑ם

H7622

their captivity

exile, concretely, prisoners; figuratively, a former state of prosperity

#18

יְבָרֶכְךָ֧

H1288

bless

to kneel; by implication to bless god (as an act of adoration), and (vice-versa) man (as a benefit); also (by euphemism) to curse (god or the king, as

#19

יְהוָ֛ה

H3068

The LORD

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

#20

נְוֵה

H5116

thee O habitation

(adjectively) at home; hence (by implication of satisfaction) lovely; also (noun) a home, of god (temple), men (residence), flocks (pasture), or wild

#21

צֶ֖דֶק

H6664

of justice

the right (natural, moral or legal); also (abstractly) equity or (figuratively) prosperity

#22

הַ֥ר

H2022

and mountain

a mountain or range of hills (sometimes used figuratively)

#23

הַקֹּֽדֶשׁ׃

H6944

of holiness

a sacred place or thing; rarely abstract, sanctity

Analysis

Within the broader context of Jeremiah, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of justice connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about justice, 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

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

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?
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 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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