Judges 3:29

Authorized King James Version

And they slew of Moab at that time about ten thousand men, all lusty, and all men of valour; and there escaped not a man.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיַּכּ֨וּ

H5221

And they slew

to strike (lightly or severely, literally or figuratively)

אֶת

H853

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

מוֹאָ֜ב

H4124

of Moab

moab, an incestuous son of lot; also his territory and descendants

בָּעֵ֣ת

H6256

at that time

time, especially (adverb with preposition) now, when, etc

הַהִ֗יא

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

כַּֽעֲשֶׂ֤רֶת

H6235

about ten

ten (as an accumulation to the extent of the digits)

אֲלָפִים֙

H505

thousand

hence (the ox's head being the first letter of the alphabet, and this eventually used as a numeral) a thousand

אִֽישׁ׃

H376

and all men

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)

כָּל

H3605

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

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שָׁמֵ֖ן

H8082

all lusty

greasy, i.e., gross; figuratively, rich

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וְכָל

H3605

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

#12

אִֽישׁ׃

H376

and all men

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)

#13

חָ֑יִל

H2428

of valour

probably a force, whether of men, means or other resources; an army, wealth, virtue, valor, strength

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וְלֹ֥א

H3808

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

#15

נִמְלַ֖ט

H4422

and there escaped

properly, to be smooth, i.e., (by implication) to escape (as if by slipperiness); causatively, to release or rescue; specifically, to bring forth youn

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אִֽישׁ׃

H376

and all men

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)

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 literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Judges Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

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?
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?
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?

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