Jeremiah 38:24

Authorized King James Version

Then said Zedekiah unto Jeremiah, Let no man know of these words, and thou shalt not die.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיֹּ֨אמֶר

H559

Then said

to say (used with great latitude)

צִדְקִיָּ֜הוּ

H6667

Zedekiah

tsidkijah, the name of six israelites

אֶֽל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

יִרְמְיָ֗הוּ

H3414

unto Jeremiah

jirmejah, the name of eight or nine israelites

אִ֛ישׁ

H376

Let no 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)

אַל

H408

not (the qualified negation, used as a deprecative); once (job 24:25) as a noun, nothing

יֵדַ֥ע

H3045

know

to know (properly, to ascertain by seeing); used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially (including o

בַּדְּבָֽרִים

H1697

of these words

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

הָאֵ֖לֶּה

H428

these or those

#10

וְלֹ֥א

H3808

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

#11

תָמֽוּת׃

H4191

and thou shalt not die

to die (literally or figuratively); causatively, to kill

Analysis

Within the broader context of Jeremiah, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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

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?
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?
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?

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