Judges 20:8

Authorized King James Version

And all the people arose as one man, saying, We will not any of us go to his tent, neither will we any of us turn into his house.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיָּ֙קָם֙

H6965

arose

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

כָּל

H3605

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

הָעָ֔ם

H5971

And all the people

a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

אִ֥ישׁ

H376

We will not any

a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)

אֶחָ֖ד

H259

as one

properly, united, i.e., one; or (as an ordinal) first

לֵאמֹ֑ר

H559

saying

to say (used with great latitude)

לֹ֤א

H3808

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

נֵלֵךְ֙

H1980

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

אִ֥ישׁ

H376

We will not any

a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)

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לְאָֽהֳל֔וֹ

H168

to his tent

a tent (as clearly conspicuous from a distance)

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וְלֹ֥א

H3808

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

#12

נָס֖וּר

H5493

of us turn

to turn off (literally or figuratively)

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אִ֥ישׁ

H376

We will not any

a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)

#14

לְבֵיתֽוֹ׃

H1004

into his house

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Judges. The concept of covenant community 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 covenant community. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding covenant community in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
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?
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?

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