Leviticus 23:29

Authorized King James Version

For whatsoever soul it be that shall not be afflicted in that same day, he shall be cut off from among his people.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
כִּ֤י
H3588
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
#2
כָל
H3605
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
#3
הַנֶּ֙פֶשׁ֙
H5315
For whatsoever soul
properly, a breathing creature, i.e., animal of (abstractly) vitality; used very widely in a literal, accommodated or figurative sense (bodily or ment
#4
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
H834
who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc
#5
לֹֽא
H3808
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#6
תְעֻנֶּ֔ה
H6031
it be that shall not be afflicted
to depress literally or figuratively, transitive or intransitive (in various applications, as follows)
#7
בְּעֶ֖צֶם
H6106
in that same
a bone (as strong); by extension, the body; figuratively, the substance, i.e., (as pron.) selfsame
#8
הַיּ֣וֹם
H3117
day
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
#9
הַזֶּ֑ה
H2088
the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that
#10
וְנִכְרְתָ֖ה
H3772
he shall be cut off
to cut (off, down or asunder); by implication, to destroy or consume; specifically, to covenant (i.e., make an alliance or bargain, originally by cutt
#11
מֵֽעַמֶּֽיהָ׃
H5971
from among his people
a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

Analysis

Within the broader context of Leviticus, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. 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 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 covenant community. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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