Jeremiah 50:40

Authorized King James Version

As God overthrew Sodom and Gomorrah and the neighbour cities thereof, saith the LORD; so shall no man abide there, neither shall any son of man dwell therein.

Word-by-Word Analysis

כְּמַהְפֵּכַ֨ת

H4114

overthrew

a destruction

אֱלֹהִ֜ים

H430

As God

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

אֶת

H853

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

סְדֹ֧ם

H5467

Sodom

sedom, a place near the dead sea

וְאֶת

H853

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

עֲמֹרָ֛ה

H6017

and Gomorrah

amorah, a place in palestine

וְאֶת

H853

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

שְׁכֵנֶ֖יהָ

H7934

and the neighbour

a resident; by extension, a fellow-citizen

נְאֻם

H5002

cities thereof saith

an oracle

#10

יְהוָ֑ה

H3068

the LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

#11

לֹֽא

H3808

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

#12

יֵשֵׁ֥ב

H3427

abide

properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry

#13

שָׁם֙

H8033

there (transferring to time) then; often thither, or thence

#14

אִ֔ישׁ

H376

so shall no man

a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)

#15

וְלֹֽא

H3808

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

#16

יָג֥וּר

H1481

dwell

properly, to turn aside from the road (for a lodging or any other purpose), i.e., sojourn (as a guest); also to shrink, fear (as in a strange place);

#17

בָּ֖הּ

#18

בֶּן

H1121

there neither shall any son

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

#19

אָדָֽם׃

H120

of man

ruddy i.e., a human being (an individual or the species, mankind, etc.)

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 the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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 sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
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?
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?

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