Jeremiah 44:3

Authorized King James Version

Because of their wickedness which they have committed to provoke me to anger, in that they went to burn incense, and to serve other gods, whom they knew not, neither they, ye, nor your fathers.

Word-by-Word Analysis

מִפְּנֵ֣י

H6440

Because

the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposi

רָעָתָ֗ם

H7451

of their wickedness

bad or (as noun) evil (natural or moral)

אֲשֶׁ֤ר

H834

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

עָשׂוּ֙

H6213

which they have committed

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

לְהַכְעִסֵ֔נִי

H3707

to provoke me to anger

to trouble; by implication, to grieve, rage, be indignant

לָלֶ֣כֶת

H1980

to walk (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

לְקַטֵּ֔ר

H6999

to burn incense

to smoke, i.e., turn into fragrance by fire (especially as an act of worship)

לַעֲבֹ֖ד

H5647

and to serve

to work (in any sense); by implication, to serve, till, (causatively) enslave, etc

לֵאלֹהִ֣ים

H430

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

#10

אֲחֵרִ֑ים

H312

other

properly, hinder; generally, next, other, etc

#11

אֲשֶׁר֙

H834

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

#12

לֹ֣א

H3808

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

#13

יְדָע֔וּם

H3045

whom they knew

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

#14

הֵ֖מָּה

H1992

they (only used when emphatic)

#15

אַתֶּ֥ם

H859

thou and thee, or (plural) ye and you

#16

וַאֲבֹתֵיכֶֽם׃

not neither they ye nor your fathers

father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Jeremiah. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. 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 sovereignty. 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 sovereignty address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
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?

Related Resources

Explore related topics, people, and study resources to deepen your understanding of this passage.

People

Jeremiah