Joshua 24:13

Authorized King James Version

And I have given you a land for which ye did not labour, and cities which ye built not, and ye dwell in them; of the vineyards and oliveyards which ye planted not do ye eat.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וָֽאֶתֵּ֨ן

H5414

And I have given

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

לָכֶ֜ם

אֶ֣רֶץ׀

H776

you a land

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

אֲשֶׁ֧ר

H834

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

לֹֽא

H3808

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

יָגַ֣עְתָּ

H3021

for which ye did not labour

properly, to gasp; hence, to be exhausted, to tire, to toil

בָּ֗הּ

וְעָרִים֙

H5892

and cities

a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post)

אֲשֶׁ֣ר

H834

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

#10

לֹֽא

H3808

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

#11

בְנִיתֶ֔ם

H1129

which ye built

to build (literally and figuratively)

#12

וַתֵּֽשְׁב֖וּ

H3427

not and ye dwell

properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry

#13

בָּהֶ֑ם

#14

כְּרָמִ֤ים

H3754

in them of the vineyards

a garden or vineyard

#15

וְזֵיתִים֙

H2132

and oliveyards

an olive (as yielding illuminating oil), the tree, the branch or the berry

#16

אֲשֶׁ֣ר

H834

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

#17

לֹֽא

H3808

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

#18

נְטַעְתֶּ֔ם

H5193

which ye planted

properly, to strike in, i.e., fix; specifically, to plant (literally or figuratively)

#19

אַתֶּ֖ם

H859

thou and thee, or (plural) ye and you

#20

אֹֽכְלִֽים׃

H398

not do ye eat

to eat (literally or figuratively)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Joshua, 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 Joshua.

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

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?
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?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?

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