Jeremiah 7:5

For if ye throughly amend your ways and your doings; if ye throughly execute judgment between a man and his neighbour;

Word-by-Word Analysis

כִּ֤י

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

אִם

H518

used very widely as demonstrative, lo!; interrogative, whether?; or conditional, if, although; also oh that!, when; hence, as a negative, not

תֵּיטִ֔יבוּ

H3190

For if ye throughly

to be (causative) make well, literally (sound, beautiful) or figuratively (happy, successful, right)

תֵּיטִ֔יבוּ

H3190

For if ye throughly

to be (causative) make well, literally (sound, beautiful) or figuratively (happy, successful, right)

אֶת

H853

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

דַּרְכֵיכֶ֖ם

H1870

your ways

a road (as trodden); figuratively, a course of life or mode of action, often adverb

וְאֶת

H853

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

מַֽעַלְלֵיכֶ֑ם

H4611

and your doings

an act (good or bad)

אִם

H518

used very widely as demonstrative, lo!; interrogative, whether?; or conditional, if, although; also oh that!, when; hence, as a negative, not

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תַֽעֲשׂוּ֙

H6213

execute

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

#11

תַֽעֲשׂוּ֙

H6213

execute

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

#12

מִשְׁפָּ֔ט

H4941

judgment

properly, a verdict (favorable or unfavorable) pronounced judicially, especially a sentence or formal decree (human or (participant's) divine law, ind

#13

בֵּ֥ין

H996

between (repeated before each noun, often with other particles); also as a conjunction, either...or

#14

אִ֖ישׁ

H376

between a 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

וּבֵ֥ין

H996

between (repeated before each noun, often with other particles); also as a conjunction, either...or

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רֵעֵֽהוּ׃

H7453

and his neighbour

an associate (more or less close)

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

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How does this verse's literary context within Jeremiah chapter 7 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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