Numbers 33:25

Authorized King James Version

And they removed from Haradah, and pitched in Makheloth.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַיִּסְע֖וּ
And they removed
properly, to pull up, especially the tent-pins, i.e., start on a journey
#2
מֵֽחֲרָדָ֑ה
from Haradah
charadah, a place in the desert
#3
וַֽיַּחֲנ֖וּ
and pitched
properly, to incline; by implication, to decline (of the slanting rays of evening); specifically, to pitch a tent; generally to encamp (for abode or s
#4
בְּמַקְהֵלֹֽת׃
in Makheloth
makheloth, a place in the desert

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 literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Numbers Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

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