Jeremiah 34:3

Authorized King James Version

And thou shalt not escape out of his hand, but shalt surely be taken, and delivered into his hand; and thine eyes shall behold the eyes of the king of Babylon, and he shall speak with thee mouth to mouth, and thou shalt go to Babylon.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְאַתָּ֗ה

H859

thou and thee, or (plural) ye and you

לֹ֚א

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

תִמָּלֵט֙

H4422

And thou shalt not escape out

properly, to be smooth, i.e., (by implication) to escape (as if by slipperiness); causatively, to release or rescue; specifically, to bring forth youn

וּבְיָד֖וֹ

H3027

into his hand

a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from h3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great v

כִּ֚י

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

תִּתָּפֵ֔שׂ

H8610

be taken

to manipulate, i.e., seize; chiefly to capture, wield, specifically, to overlay; figuratively, to use unwarrantably

תִּתָּפֵ֔שׂ

H8610

be taken

to manipulate, i.e., seize; chiefly to capture, wield, specifically, to overlay; figuratively, to use unwarrantably

וּבְיָד֖וֹ

H3027

into his hand

a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from h3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great v

תִּנָּתֵ֑ן

H5414

and delivered

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

#10

עֵינֵ֨י

H5869

and thine eyes

an eye (literally or figuratively); by analogy, a fountain (as the eye of the landscape)

#11

אֶת

H853

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

#12

עֵינֵ֨י

H5869

and thine eyes

an eye (literally or figuratively); by analogy, a fountain (as the eye of the landscape)

#13

מֶֽלֶךְ

H4428

of the king

a king

#14

וּבָבֶ֥ל

H894

of Babylon

babel (i.e., babylon), including babylonia and the babylonian empire

#15

תִּרְאֶ֗ינָה

H7200

shall behold

to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)

#16

פִּ֥יךָ

H6310

to mouth

the mouth (as the means of blowing), whether literal or figurative (particularly speech); specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially (with prepos

#17

אֶת

H854

properly, nearness (used only as a preposition or an adverb), near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc

#18

פִּ֥יךָ

H6310

to mouth

the mouth (as the means of blowing), whether literal or figurative (particularly speech); specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially (with prepos

#19

יְדַבֵּ֖ר

H1696

and he shall speak

perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively (of words), to speak; rarely (in a destructive sense) to subdue

#20

וּבָבֶ֥ל

H894

of Babylon

babel (i.e., babylon), including babylonia and the babylonian empire

#21

תָּבֽוֹא׃

H935

and thou shalt go

to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)

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

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

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 might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
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?

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