Judges 19:5

Authorized King James Version

And it came to pass on the fourth day, when they arose early in the morning, that he rose up to depart: and the damsel's father said unto his son in law, Comfort thine heart with a morsel of bread, and afterward go your way.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַֽיְהִי֙

H1961

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

בַּיּ֣וֹם

H3117

day

a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an asso

הָֽרְבִיעִ֔י

H7243

And it came to pass on the fourth

fourth; also (fractionally) a fourth

וַיַּשְׁכִּ֥ימוּ

H7925

when they arose early

literally, to load up (on the back of man or beast), i.e., to start early in the morning

בַבֹּ֖קֶר

H1242

in the morning

properly, dawn (as the break of day); generally, morning

וַיָּ֣קָם

H6965

that he rose up

to rise (in various applications, literal, figurative, intensive and causative)

לָלֶ֑כֶת

H1980

to walk (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

וַיֹּאמֶר֩

H559

said

to say (used with great latitude)

אֲבִ֨י

father

father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application

#10

הַֽנַּעֲרָ֜ה

H5291

and the damsel's

a girl (from infancy to adolescence)

#11

אֶל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

#12

חֲתָנ֗וֹ

H2860

unto his son in law

a relative by marriage (especially through the bride); figuratively, a circumcised child (as a species of religious espousal)

#13

סְעָ֧ד

H5582

Comfort

to support (mostly figurative)

#14

לִבְּךָ֛

H3820

thine heart

the heart; also used (figuratively) very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the center of anything

#15

פַּת

H6595

with a morsel

a bit

#16

לֶ֖חֶם

H3899

of bread

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

#17

וְאַחַ֥ר

H310

and afterward

properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)

#18

תֵּלֵֽכוּ׃

H1980

to walk (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

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

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 this verse's literary context within Judges chapter 19 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?

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