Numbers 25:11

Authorized King James Version

Phinehas, the son of Eleazar, the son of Aaron the priest, hath turned my wrath away from the children of Israel, while he was zealous for my sake among them, that I consumed not the children of Israel in my jealousy.

Word-by-Word Analysis

פִּֽינְחָ֨ס

H6372

Phinehas

pinechas, the name of three israelites

בְּנֵֽי

H1121

from the children

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

אֶלְעָזָ֜ר

H499

of Eleazar

elazar, the name of seven israelites

בְּנֵֽי

H1121

from the children

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

אַֽהֲרֹ֣ן

H175

of Aaron

aharon, the brother of moses

הַכֹּהֵ֗ן

H3548

the priest

literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman)

הֵשִׁ֤יב

H7725

away

to turn back (hence, away) transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively (not necessarily with the idea of return to the starting point);

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

חֲמָתִי֙

H2534

my wrath

heat; figuratively, anger, poison (from its fever)

#10

מֵעַ֣ל

H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

#11

בְּנֵֽי

H1121

from the children

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

#12

יִשְׂרָאֵ֖ל

H3478

of Israel

he will rule as god; jisral, a symbolical name of jacob; also (typically) of his posterity

#13

בְּקִנְאָתִֽי׃

H7068

for my sake

jealousy or envy

#14

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

#15

בְּקִנְאָתִֽי׃

H7068

for my sake

jealousy or envy

#16

בְּתוֹכָ֑ם

H8432

among

a bisection, i.e., (by implication) the center

#17

וְלֹֽא

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

#18

כִלִּ֥יתִי

H3615

them that I consumed

to end, whether intransitive (to cease, be finished, perish) or transitive (to complete, prepare, consume)

#19

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

#20

בְּנֵֽי

H1121

from the children

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

#21

יִשְׂרָאֵ֖ל

H3478

of Israel

he will rule as god; jisral, a symbolical name of jacob; also (typically) of his posterity

#22

בְּקִנְאָתִֽי׃

H7068

for my sake

jealousy or envy

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Numbers. 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.

Questions for Reflection

How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?

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Numbers 25:11

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