Jeremiah 37:10

Authorized King James Version

For though ye had smitten the whole army of the Chaldeans that fight against you, and there remained but wounded men among them, yet should they rise up every man in his tent, and burn this city with fire.

Word-by-Word Analysis

כִּ֣י

H3588

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

אִם

H518

used very widely as demonstrative, lo!; interrogative, whether?; or conditional, if, although; also oh that!, when; hence, as a negative, not

הִכִּיתֶ֞ם

H5221

For though ye had smitten

to strike (lightly or severely, literally or figuratively)

כָּל

H3605

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

חֵ֤יל

H2428

the whole army

probably a force, whether of men, means or other resources; an army, wealth, virtue, valor, strength

כַּשְׂדִּים֙

H3778

of the Chaldeans

a kasdite, or descendant of kesed; by implication, a chaldaean (as if so descended); also an astrologer (as if proverbial of that people

הַנִּלְחָמִ֣ים

H3898

that fight

to feed on; figuratively, to consume

אִתְּכֶ֔ם

H854

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

וְנִ֨שְׁאֲרוּ

H7604

against you and there remained

properly, to swell up, i.e., be (causatively, make) redundant

#10

בָ֔ם

#11

אִ֤ישׁ

H376

every man

a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)

#12

מְדֻקָּרִ֑ים

H1856

but wounded

to stab; by analogy, to starve; figuratively, to revile

#13

אִ֤ישׁ

H376

every man

a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)

#14

בְּאָהֳלוֹ֙

H168

in his tent

a tent (as clearly conspicuous from a distance)

#15

יָק֔וּמוּ

H6965

among them yet should they rise up

to rise (in various applications, literal, figurative, intensive and causative)

#16

וְשָֽׂרְפ֛וּ

H8313

and burn

to be (causatively, set) on fire

#17

אֶת

H853

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

#18

הָעִ֥יר

H5892

this city

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

#19

הַזֹּ֖את

H2063

this (often used adverb)

#20

בָּאֵֽשׁ׃

H784

with fire

fire (literally or figuratively)

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 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 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?
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?
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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