Judges 19:19

Authorized King James Version

Yet there is both straw and provender for our asses; and there is bread and wine also for me, and for thy handmaid, and for the young man which is with thy servants: there is no want of any thing.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְגַם

H1571

properly, assemblage; used only adverbially also, even, yea, though; often repeated as correl. both...and

תֶּ֤בֶן

H8401

both straw

properly, material, i.e., (specifically) refuse haum or stalks of grain (as chopped in threshing and used for fodder)

גַּם

H1571

properly, assemblage; used only adverbially also, even, yea, though; often repeated as correl. both...and

מִסְפּוֹא֙

H4554

and provender

fodder

יֶשׁ

H3426

Yet there is

there is or are (or any other form of the verb to be, as may suit the connection)

לַֽחֲמוֹרֵ֔ינוּ

H2543

for our asses

a male ass (from its dun red)

וְ֠גַם

H1571

properly, assemblage; used only adverbially also, even, yea, though; often repeated as correl. both...and

לֶ֣חֶם

H3899

and there is bread

food (for man or beast), especially bread, or grain (for making it)

וָיַ֤יִן

H3196

and wine

wine (as fermented); by implication, intoxication

#10

יֶשׁ

H3426

Yet there is

there is or are (or any other form of the verb to be, as may suit the connection)

#11

לִי֙

#12

וְלַֽאֲמָתֶ֔ךָ

H519

also for me and for thy handmaid

a maid-servant or female slave

#13

וְלַנַּ֖עַר

H5288

and for the young man

(concretely) a boy (as active), from the age of infancy to adolescence; by implication, a servant; also (by interch. of sex), a girl (of similar latit

#14

עִם

H5973

adverb or preposition, with (i.e., in conjunction with), in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix (and then

#15

עֲבָדֶ֑יךָ

H5650

which is with thy servants

a servant

#16

אֵ֥ין

H369

a nonentity; generally used as a negative particle

#17

מַחְס֖וֹר

H4270

there is no want

deficiency; hence, impoverishment

#18

כָּל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

#19

דָּבָֽר׃

H1697

of any thing

a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause

Analysis

Within the broader context of Judges, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. 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 Judges.

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 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?
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 does this verse's literary context within Judges chapter 19 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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