Numbers 6:18

Authorized King James Version

And the Nazarite shall shave the head of his separation at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, and shall take the hair of the head of his separation, and put it in the fire which is under the sacrifice of the peace offerings.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וְגִלַּ֣ח
H1548
shall shave
properly, to be bald, i.e., (causatively) to shave; figuratively to lay waste
#2
הַנָּזִ֗יר
H5139
And the Nazarite
separate, i.e., consecrated (as prince, a nazirite); hence (figuratively from the latter) an unpruned vine (like an unshorn nazirite)
#3
פֶּ֛תַח
H6607
at the door
an opening (literally), i.e., door (gate) or entrance way
#4
אֹ֥הֶל
H168
of the tabernacle
a tent (as clearly conspicuous from a distance)
#5
מוֹעֵ֖ד
H4150
of the congregation
properly, an appointment, i.e., a fixed time or season; specifically, a festival; conventionally a year; by implication, an assembly (as convened for
#6
אֶת
H853
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#7
רֹ֣אשׁ
H7218
of the head
the head (as most easily shaken), whether literal or figurative (in many applications, of place, time, rank, itc.)
#8
נִזְר֔וֹ
H5145
of his separation
properly, something set apart, i.e., (abstractly) dedication (of a priet or nazirite); hence (concretely) unshorn locks; also (by implication) a chapl
#9
וְלָקַ֗ח
H3947
and shall take
to take (in the widest variety of applications)
#10
אֶת
H853
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#11
שְׂעַר֙
H8181
the hair
hair (as if tossed or bristling)
#12
רֹ֣אשׁ
H7218
of the head
the head (as most easily shaken), whether literal or figurative (in many applications, of place, time, rank, itc.)
#13
נִזְר֔וֹ
H5145
of his separation
properly, something set apart, i.e., (abstractly) dedication (of a priet or nazirite); hence (concretely) unshorn locks; also (by implication) a chapl
#14
וְנָתַן֙
H5414
and put
to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)
#15
עַל
H5921
above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications
#16
הָאֵ֔שׁ
H784
it in the fire
fire (literally or figuratively)
#17
אֲשֶׁר
H834
who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc
#18
תַּ֖חַת
H8478
the bottom (as depressed); only adverbially, below (often with prepositional prefix underneath), in lieu of, etc
#19
זֶ֥בַח
H2077
which is under the sacrifice
properly, a slaughter, i.e., the flesh of an animal; by implication, a sacrifice (the victim or the act)
#20
הַשְּׁלָמִֽים׃
H8002
of the peace offerings
properly, requital, i.e., a (voluntary) sacrifice in thanks

Analysis

Within the broader context of Numbers, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of peace connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about peace, 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 Numbers.

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 peace. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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