Leviticus 27:17

Authorized King James Version

If he sanctify his field from the year of jubile, according to thy estimation it shall stand.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
אִם
used very widely as demonstrative, lo!; interrogative, whether?; or conditional, if, although; also oh that!, when; hence, as a negative, not
#2
מִשְּׁנַ֥ת
from the year
a year (as a revolution of time)
#3
הַיֹּבֵ֖ל
of jubile
the blast of a horn (from its continuous sound); specifically, the signal of the silver trumpets; hence, the instrument itself and the festival thus i
#4
יַקְדִּ֣ישׁ
If he sanctify
to be (causatively, make, pronounce or observe as) clean (ceremonially or morally)
#5
שָׂדֵ֑הוּ
his field
a field (as flat)
#6
כְּעֶרְכְּךָ֖
according to thy estimation
a pile, equipment, estimate
#7
יָקֽוּם׃
it shall stand
to rise (in various applications, literal, figurative, intensive and causative)

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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