Jeremiah 32:9

Authorized King James Version

And I bought the field of Hanameel my uncle's son, that was in Anathoth, and weighed him the money, even seventeen shekels of silver.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וָֽאֶקְנֶה֙

H7069

And I bought

to erect, i.e., create; by extension, to procure, especially by purchase (causatively, sell); by implication to own

אֶת

H853

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

הַשָּׂדֶ֔ה

H7704

the field

a field (as flat)

מֵאֵ֛ת

H853

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

חֲנַמְאֵ֥ל

H2601

of Hanameel

chanamel, an israelite

בֶּן

H1121

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

דֹּדִ֖י

H1730

my uncle's

(figuratively) to love; by implication, a love-token, lover, friend; specifically an uncle

אֲשֶׁ֣ר

H834

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

בַּעֲנָת֑וֹת

H6068

that was in Anathoth

anathoth, the name of two israelites, also of a place in pal

#10

וָֽאֶשְׁקֲלָה

H8254

and weighed

to suspend or poise (especially in trade)

#11

לּוֹ֙

#12

אֶת

H853

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

#13

הַכָּֽסֶף׃

H3701

him the money

silver (from its pale color); by implication, money

#14

שִׁבְעָ֥ה

H7651

even seventeen

seven (as the sacred full one); also (adverbially) seven times; by implication, a week; by extension, an indefinite number

#15

שְׁקָלִ֖ים

H8255

shekels

probably a weight; used as a commercial standard

#16

וַעֲשָׂרָ֥ה

H6235

ten (as an accumulation to the extent of the digits)

#17

הַכָּֽסֶף׃

H3701

him the money

silver (from its pale color); by implication, money

Analysis

Within the broader context of Jeremiah, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. 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

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?
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?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?

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