Judges 6:9

Authorized King James Version

And I delivered you out of the hand of the Egyptians, and out of the hand of all that oppressed you, and drave them out from before you, and gave you their land;

Word-by-Word Analysis

וָֽאַצִּ֤ל

H5337

And I delivered

to snatch away, whether in a good or a bad sense

אֶתְכֶם֙

H853

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

וּמִיַּ֖ד

H3027

and out of the hand

a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from h3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great v

מִצְרַ֔יִם

H4714

of the Egyptians

mitsrajim, i.e., upper and lower egypt

וּמִיַּ֖ד

H3027

and out of the hand

a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from h3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great v

כָּל

H3605

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

לֹֽחֲצֵיכֶ֑ם

H3905

of all that oppressed

properly, to press, i.e., (figuratively) to distress

וָֽאֲגָרֵ֤שׁ

H1644

you and drave them out

to drive out from a possession; especially to expatriate or divorce

אוֹתָם֙

H853

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

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מִפְּנֵיכֶ֔ם

H6440

from before

the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposi

#11

וָֽאֶתְּנָ֥ה

H5414

you and gave

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

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לָכֶ֖ם

#13

אֶת

H853

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

#14

אַרְצָֽם׃

H776

you their land

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Judges, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. 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

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

How does this verse's literary context within Judges chapter 6 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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?
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?

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