Jeremiah 38:23

Authorized King James Version

So they shall bring out all thy wives and thy children to the Chaldeans: and thou shalt not escape out of their hand, but shalt be taken by the hand of the king of Babylon: and thou shalt cause this city to be burned with fire.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְאֶת

H853

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

כָּל

H3605

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

נָשֶׁ֣יךָ

H802

all thy wives

a woman

וְאֶת

H853

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

בָּנֶ֗יךָ

H1121

and thy children

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

מֽוֹצִאִים֙

H3318

So they shall bring out

to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim

אֶל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

הַכַּשְׂדִּ֔ים

H3778

to 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

וְאַתָּ֖ה

H859

thou and thee, or (plural) ye and you

#10

לֹא

H3808

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

#11

תִמָּלֵ֣ט

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

#12

בְיַ֤ד

H3027

by the 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

#13

כִּ֣י

H3588

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

#14

בְיַ֤ד

H3027

by the 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

#15

מֶֽלֶךְ

H4428

of the king

a king

#16

בָּבֶל֙

H894

of Babylon

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

#17

תִּתָּפֵ֔שׂ

H8610

but shalt be taken

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

#18

וְאֶת

H853

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

#19

הָעִ֥יר

H5892

and thou shalt cause this city

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

#20

הַזֹּ֖את

H2063

this (often used adverb)

#21

תִּשְׂרֹ֥ף

H8313

to be burned

to be (causatively, set) on fire

#22

בָּאֵֽשׁ׃

H784

with fire

fire (literally or figuratively)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Jeremiah. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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

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?
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?
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?

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