Judges 1:30

Authorized King James Version

Neither did Zebulun drive out the inhabitants of Kitron, nor the inhabitants of Nahalol; but the Canaanites dwelt among them, and became tributaries.

Word-by-Word Analysis

זְבוּלֻ֗ן

H2074

Neither did Zebulun

zebulon, a son of jacob; also his territory and tribe

לֹ֤א

H3808

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

הוֹרִישׁ֙

H3423

drive out

to occupy (by driving out previous tenants, and possessing in their place); by implication, to seize, to rob, to inherit; also to expel, to impoverish

אֶת

H853

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

וַיֵּ֤שֶׁב

H3427

dwelt

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

קִטְר֔וֹן

H7003

of Kitron

kitron, a place in palestine

וְאֶת

H853

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

וַיֵּ֤שֶׁב

H3427

dwelt

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

נַֽהֲלֹ֑ל

H5096

of Nahalol

nahalal or nahalol, a place in palestine

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וַיֵּ֤שֶׁב

H3427

dwelt

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

#11

הַֽכְּנַעֲנִי֙

H3669

but the Canaanites

a kenaanite or inhabitant of kenaan; by implication, a pedlar (the canaanites standing for their neighbors the ishmaelites, who conducted mercantile c

#12

בְּקִרְבּ֔וֹ

H7130

among

properly, the nearest part, i.e., the center, whether literal, figurative or adverbial (especially with preposition)

#13

וַיִּֽהְי֖וּ

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

#14

לָמַֽס׃

H4522

them and became tributaries

properly, a burden (as causing to faint), i.e., a tax in the form of forced labor

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Judges. 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

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

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?
How does this verse's literary context within Judges chapter 1 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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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