Jeremiah 6:25

Authorized King James Version

Go not forth into the field, nor walk by the way; for the sword of the enemy and fear is on every side.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
אַל
not (the qualified negation, used as a deprecative); once (job 24:25) as a noun, nothing
#2
תֵּֽצְאיּ֙
Go not forth
to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim
#3
הַשָּׂדֶ֔ה
into the field
a field (as flat)
#4
וּבַדֶּ֖רֶךְ
by the way
a road (as trodden); figuratively, a course of life or mode of action, often adverb
#5
אַל
not (the qualified negation, used as a deprecative); once (job 24:25) as a noun, nothing
#6
תֵּלֵ֑כיּ
to walk (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
#7
כִּ֚י
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
#8
חֶ֣רֶב
for the sword
drought; also a cutting instrument (from its destructive effect), as a knife, sword, or other sharp implement
#9
לְאֹיֵ֔ב
of the enemy
hating; an adversary
#10
מָג֖וֹר
and fear
a fright (objective or subjective)
#11
מִסָּבִֽיב׃
is on every side
(as noun) a circle, neighbour, or environs; but chiefly (as adverb, with or without preposition) around

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Jeremiah. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation 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 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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