Jeremiah 52:32

Authorized King James Version

And spake kindly unto him, and set his throne above the throne of the kings that were with him in Babylon,

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיְדַבֵּ֥ר

H1696

And spake

perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively (of words), to speak; rarely (in a destructive sense) to subdue

אִתּ֖וֹ

H854

properly, nearness (used only as a preposition or an adverb), near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc

טֹב֑וֹת

H2896

kindly

good (as an adjective) in the widest sense; used likewise as a noun, both in the masculine and the feminine, the singular and the plural (good, a good

וַיִּתֵּן֙

H5414

unto him and set

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

אֶת

H853

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

לְכִסֵּ֧א

H3678

his throne

properly, covered, i.e., a throne (as canopied)

מִמַּ֗עַל

H4605

above

properly,the upper part, used only adverbially with prefix upward, above, overhead, from the top, etc

לְכִסֵּ֧א

H3678

his throne

properly, covered, i.e., a throne (as canopied)

מְּלָכִ֛ים

H4428

of the kings

a king

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אֲשֶׁ֥ר

H834

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

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אִתּ֖וֹ

H854

properly, nearness (used only as a preposition or an adverb), near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc

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בְּבָבֶֽל׃

H894

that were with him in Babylon

babel (i.e., babylon), including babylonia and the babylonian empire

Analysis

This verse develops the kingdom of God theme central to Jeremiah. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of kingdom of God within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. 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 literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of kingdom of God 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.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address the apparent delay of Christ's return and God's justice, and how should the church respond?
What practical applications emerge from understanding kingdom of God as presented in this verse, particularly in light of providing hope in times of political and social upheaval?
How does this verse's literary context within Jeremiah chapter 52 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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