Job 19:27

Authorized King James Version

Whom I shall see for myself, and mine eyes shall behold, and not another; though my reins be consumed within me.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
אֲשֶׁ֤ר
who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc
#2
אֲנִ֨י׀
i
#3
אֶֽחֱזֶה
Whom I shall see
to gaze at; mentally to perceive, contemplate (with pleasure); specifically, to have a vision of
#4
לִּ֗י
H0
#5
וְעֵינַ֣י
for myself and mine eyes
an eye (literally or figuratively); by analogy, a fountain (as the eye of the landscape)
#6
רָא֣וּ
shall behold
to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)
#7
וְלֹא
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#8
זָ֑ר
and not another
to turn aside (especially for lodging); hence to be a foreigner, strange, profane; specifically (active participle) to commit adultery
#9
כָּל֖וּ
be consumed
to end, whether intransitive (to cease, be finished, perish) or transitive (to complete, prepare, consume)
#10
כִלְיֹתַ֣י
though my reins
a kidney (as an essential organ); figuratively, the mind (as the interior self)
#11
בְּחֵקִֽי׃
within
the bosom (literally or figuratively)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Job. 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.

Questions for Reflection