Jeremiah 7:28

Authorized King James Version

But thou shalt say unto them, This is a nation that obeyeth not the voice of the LORD their God, nor receiveth correction: truth is perished, and is cut off from their mouth.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְאָמַרְתָּ֣

H559

But thou shalt say

to say (used with great latitude)

אֲלֵיהֶ֗ם

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

זֶ֤ה

H2088

the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that

הַגּוֹי֙

H1471

unto them This is a nation

a foreign nation; hence, a gentile; also (figuratively) a troop of animals, or a flight of locusts

אֲשֶׁ֣ר

H834

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

לֽוֹא

H3808

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

שָׁמְע֗וּ

H8085

that obeyeth

to hear intelligently (often with implication of attention, obedience, etc.; causatively, to tell, etc.)

בְּקוֹל֙

H6963

not the voice

a voice or sound

יְהוָ֣ה

H3068

of the LORD

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

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אֱלֹהָ֔יו

H430

their 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

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וְלֹ֥א

H3808

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

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לָקְח֖וּ

H3947

nor receiveth

to take (in the widest variety of applications)

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מוּסָ֑ר

H4148

correction

properly, chastisement; figuratively, reproof, warning or instruction; also restraint

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אָֽבְדָה֙

is perished

properly, to wander away, i.e., lose oneself; by implication to perish (causative, destroy)

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הָֽאֱמוּנָ֔ה

H530

truth

literally firmness; figuratively security; morally fidelity

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וְנִכְרְתָ֖ה

H3772

and is cut off

to cut (off, down or asunder); by implication, to destroy or consume; specifically, to covenant (i.e., make an alliance or bargain, originally by cutt

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מִפִּיהֶֽם׃

H6310

from their mouth

the mouth (as the means of blowing), whether literal or figurative (particularly speech); specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially (with prepos

Analysis

Within the broader context of Jeremiah, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of truth connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about truth, 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 truth. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

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?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on truth address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?

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