Jeremiah 44:9

Authorized King James Version

Have ye forgotten the wickedness of your fathers, and the wickedness of the kings of Judah, and the wickedness of their wives, and your own wickedness, and the wickedness of your wives, which they have committed in the land of Judah, and in the streets of Jerusalem?

Word-by-Word Analysis

הַֽשְׁכַחְתֶּם֩

H7911

Have ye forgotten

to mislay, i.e., to be oblivious of, from want of memory or attention

אֶת

H853

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

רָעֹ֣ת

H7451

and the wickedness

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

אֲבוֹתֵיכֶ֜ם

of your fathers

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

וְאֶת

H853

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

רָעֹ֣ת

H7451

and the wickedness

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

מַלְכֵ֣י

H4428

of the kings

a king

יְהוּדָ֔ה

H3063

of Judah

jehudah (or judah), the name of five israelites; also of the tribe descended from the first, and of its territory

וְאֵת֙

H853

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

#10

רָעֹ֣ת

H7451

and the wickedness

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

#11

נְשֵׁיכֶ֑ם

H802

of their wives

a woman

#12

וְאֵת֙

H853

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

#13

רָעֹ֣ת

H7451

and the wickedness

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

#14

וְאֵ֖ת

H853

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

#15

רָעֹ֣ת

H7451

and the wickedness

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

#16

נְשֵׁיכֶ֑ם

H802

of their wives

a woman

#17

אֲשֶׁ֤ר

H834

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

#18

עָשׂוּ֙

H6213

which they have committed

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

#19

בְּאֶ֣רֶץ

H776

in the land

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

#20

יְהוּדָ֔ה

H3063

of Judah

jehudah (or judah), the name of five israelites; also of the tribe descended from the first, and of its territory

#21

וּבְחֻצ֖וֹת

H2351

and in the streets

properly, separate by a wall, i.e., outside, outdoors

#22

יְרוּשָׁלִָֽם׃

H3389

of Jerusalem

jerushalaim or jerushalem, the capital city of palestine

Analysis

Within the broader context of Jeremiah, this passage highlights salvation through rhetorical questioning that engages the reader. 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 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

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?
How does this verse's literary context within Jeremiah chapter 44 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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?

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