Jeremiah 43:13

Authorized King James Version

He shall break also the images of Beth-shemesh, that is in the land of Egypt; and the houses of the gods of the Egyptians shall he burn with fire.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְשִׁבַּ֗ר

H7665

He shall break

to burst (literally or figuratively)

אֶֽת

H853

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

מַצְּבוֹת֙

H4676

also the images

something stationed, i.e., a column or (memorial stone); by analogy, an idol

בֵּ֣ית

שֶׁ֔מֶשׁ

H1053

of Bethshemesh

beth-shemesh, a place in palestine

אֲשֶׁ֖ר

H834

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

בְּאֶ֣רֶץ

H776

that is in the land

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

מִצְרַ֖יִם

H4714

of Egypt

mitsrajim, i.e., upper and lower egypt

וְאֶת

H853

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

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בָּתֵּ֥י

H1004

and the houses

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

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אֱלֹהֵֽי

H430

of the gods

gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of

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מִצְרַ֖יִם

H4714

of Egypt

mitsrajim, i.e., upper and lower egypt

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יִשְׂרֹ֥ף

H8313

shall he burn

to be (causatively, set) on fire

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בָּאֵֽשׁ׃

H784

with fire

fire (literally or figuratively)

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine sovereignty contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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 sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

How does this verse's literary context within Jeremiah chapter 43 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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 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?

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