Judges 13:21

Authorized King James Version

But the angel of the LORD did no more appear to Manoah and to his wife. Then Manoah knew that he was an angel of the LORD.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְלֹא

H3808

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

יָ֤סַף

H3254

did no more

to add or augment (often adverbial, to continue to do a thing)

עוֹד֙

H5750

properly, iteration or continuance; used only adverbially (with or without preposition), again, repeatedly, still, more

מַלְאַ֥ךְ

H4397

But the angel

a messenger; specifically, of god, i.e., an angel (also a prophet, priest or teacher)

יְהוָ֖ה

H3068

of the LORD

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

לְהֵֽרָאֹ֖ה

H7200

appear

to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)

אֶל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

מָנ֔וֹחַ

H4495

Then Manoah

manoach, an israelite

וְאֶל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

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אִשְׁתּ֑וֹ

H802

and to his wife

a woman

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אָ֚ז

H227

at that time or place; also as a conjunction, therefore

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יָדַ֣ע

H3045

knew

to know (properly, to ascertain by seeing); used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially (including o

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מָנ֔וֹחַ

H4495

Then Manoah

manoach, an israelite

#14

כִּֽי

H3588

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

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מַלְאַ֥ךְ

H4397

But the angel

a messenger; specifically, of god, i.e., an angel (also a prophet, priest or teacher)

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יְהוָ֖ה

H3068

of the LORD

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

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הֽוּא׃

H1931

he (she or it); only expressed when emphatic or without a verb; also (intensively) self, or (especially with the article) the same; sometimes (as demo

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Judges. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, 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 sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

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?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
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?

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