Leviticus 14:46

Authorized King James Version

Moreover he that goeth into the house all the while that it is shut up shall be unclean until the even.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וְהַבָּא֙
Moreover he that goeth
to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)
#2
אֶל
near, with or among; often in general, to
#3
הַבַּ֔יִת
into the house
a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
#4
כָּל
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
#5
יְמֵ֖י
all the while
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
#6
הִסְגִּ֣יר
that it is shut
to shut up; figuratively, to surrender
#7
אֹת֑וֹ
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#8
יִטְמָ֖א
up shall be unclean
to be foul, especially in a ceremial or moral sense (contaminated)
#9
עַד
as far (or long, or much) as, whether of space (even unto) or time (during, while, until) or degree (equally with)
#10
הָעָֽרֶב׃
until the even
dusk

Analysis

Within the broader context of Leviticus, 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 Leviticus.

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.

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