Jeremiah 36:24

Authorized King James Version

Yet they were not afraid, nor rent their garments, neither the king, nor any of his servants that heard all these words.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְלֹ֣א

H3808

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

פָחֲד֔וּ

H6342

Yet they were not afraid

to be startled (by a sudden alarm); hence, to fear in general

וְלֹ֥א

H3808

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

קָרְע֖וּ

H7167

nor rent

to rend, literally or figuratively (revile, paint the eyes, as if enlarging them)

אֶת

H853

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

בִּגְדֵיהֶ֑ם

H899

their garments

a covering, i.e., clothing

הַמֶּ֙לֶךְ֙

H4428

neither the king

a king

וְכָל

H3605

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

עֲבָדָ֔יו

H5650

nor any of his servants

a servant

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הַשֹּׁ֣מְעִ֔ים

H8085

that heard

to hear intelligently (often with implication of attention, obedience, etc.; causatively, to tell, etc.)

#11

אֵ֥ת

H853

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

#12

כָּל

H3605

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

#13

הַדְּבָרִ֖ים

H1697

all these words

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

#14

הָאֵֽלֶּה׃

H428

these or those

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 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.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about 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?
How does this verse's literary context within Jeremiah chapter 36 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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