Leviticus 18:14

Authorized King James Version

Thou shalt not uncover the nakedness of thy father's brother, thou shalt not approach to his wife: she is thine aunt.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
עֶרְוַ֥ת
the nakedness
nudity, literally (especially the pudenda) or figuratively (disgrace, blemish)
#2
אֲחִֽי
brother
a brother (used in the widest sense of literal relationship and metaphorical affinity or resemblance [like h0001])
#3
אָבִ֖יךָ
H1
of thy father's
father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application
#4
לֹ֣א
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#5
תְגַלֵּ֑ה
Thou shalt not uncover
to denude (especially in a disgraceful sense); by implication, to exile (captives being usually stripped); figuratively, to reveal
#6
אֶל
near, with or among; often in general, to
#7
אִשְׁתּוֹ֙
to his wife
a woman
#8
לֹ֣א
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#9
תִקְרָ֔ב
thou shalt not approach
to approach (causatively, bring near) for whatever purpose
#10
דֹּדָֽתְךָ֖
she is thine aunt
an aunt
#11
הִֽוא׃
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

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Leviticus. 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 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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