Jeremiah 38:27

Authorized King James Version

Then came all the princes unto Jeremiah, and asked him: and he told them according to all these words that the king had commanded. So they left off speaking with him; for the matter was not perceived.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיָּבֹ֨אוּ

H935

Then came

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

כָל

H3605

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

הַשָּׂרִ֤ים

H8269

all the princes

a head person (of any rank or class)

אֶֽל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

יִרְמְיָ֙הוּ֙

H3414

unto Jeremiah

jirmejah, the name of eight or nine israelites

וַיִּשְׁאֲל֣וּ

H7592

and asked

to inquire; by implication, to request; by extension, to demand

אֹת֔וֹ

H853

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

וַיַּגֵּ֤ד

H5046

him and he told

properly, to front, i.e., stand boldly out opposite; by implication (causatively), to manifest; figuratively, to announce (always by word of mouth to

לָהֶם֙

H1992

they (only used when emphatic)

#10

כְּכָל

H3605

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

#11

הַדָּבָֽר׃

H1697

them according to all these words

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

#12

הָאֵ֔לֶּה

H428

these or those

#13

אֲשֶׁ֥ר

H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

#14

צִוָּ֖ה

H6680

had commanded

(intensively) to constitute, enjoin

#15

הַמֶּ֑לֶךְ

H4428

that the king

a king

#16

וַיַּחֲרִ֣שׁוּ

H2790

So they left off speaking

to scratch, i.e., (by implication) to engrave, plough; hence (from the use of tools) to fabricate (of any material); figuratively, to devise (in a bad

#17

מִמֶּ֔נּוּ

H4480

properly, a part of; hence (prepositionally), from or out of in many senses

#18

כִּ֥י

H3588

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

#19

לֹֽא

H3808

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

#20

נִשְׁמַ֖ע

H8085

was not perceived

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

#21

הַדָּבָֽר׃

H1697

them according to all these words

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

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 understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about 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?
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?

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