Judges 9:32

Authorized King James Version

Now therefore up by night, thou and the people that is with thee, and lie in wait in the field:

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וְעַתָּה֙
at this time, whether adverb, conjunction or expletive
#2
ק֣וּם
Now therefore up
to rise (in various applications, literal, figurative, intensive and causative)
#3
לַ֔יְלָה
by night
properly, a twist (away of the light), i.e., night; figuratively, adversity
#4
אַתָּ֖ה
thou and thee, or (plural) ye and you
#5
וְהָעָ֣ם
thou and the people
a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock
#6
אֲשֶׁר
who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc
#7
אִתָּ֑ךְ
properly, nearness (used only as a preposition or an adverb), near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc
#8
וֶֽאֱרֹ֖ב
that is with thee and lie in wait
to lurk
#9
בַּשָּׂדֶֽה׃
in the field
a field (as flat)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Judges, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of covenant community connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about covenant community, 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 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.

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