Jeremiah 48:3

Authorized King James Version

A voice of crying shall be from Horonaim, spoiling and great destruction.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ק֥וֹל
A voice
a voice or sound
#2
צְעָקָ֖ה
of crying
a shriek
#3
מֵחֹֽרוֹנָ֑יִם
shall be from Horonaim
choronajim, a place in moab
#4
שֹׁ֖ד
spoiling
violence, ravage
#5
וָשֶׁ֥בֶר
destruction
a fracture, figuratively, ruin; specifically, a solution (of a dream)
#6
גָּדֽוֹל׃
and great
great (in any sense); hence, older; also insolent

Analysis

Within the broader context of Jeremiah, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. 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.

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