Jeremiah 32:13

Authorized King James Version

And I charged Baruch before them, saying,

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וָֽאֲצַוֶּה֙
And I charged
(intensively) to constitute, enjoin
#2
אֶת
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#3
בָּר֔וּךְ
Baruch
baruk, the name of three israelites
#4
לְעֵינֵיהֶ֖ם
before
an eye (literally or figuratively); by analogy, a fountain (as the eye of the landscape)
#5
לֵאמֹֽר׃
them saying
to say (used with great latitude)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Jeremiah, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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.

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