Jeremiah 49:25

Authorized King James Version

How is the city of praise not left, the city of my joy!

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
אֵ֥יךְ
how? or how!; also where
#2
לֹֽא
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#3
עֻזְּבָ֖ה
not left
to loosen, i.e., relinquish, permit, etc
#4
עִ֣יר
How is the city
a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post)
#5
תְּהִלָּ֑ה
of praise
laudation; specifically (concretely) a hymn
#6
קִרְיַ֖ת
the city
a city
#7
מְשׂוֹשִֽׂי׃
of my joy
delight, concretely (the cause or object) or abstractly (the feeling)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Jeremiah, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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 literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Jeremiah Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

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