Numbers 7:22

Authorized King James Version

One kid of the goats for a sin offering:

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
שְׂעִיר
kid
shaggy; as noun, a he-goat; by analogy, a faun
#2
עִזִּ֥ים
of the goats
a she-goat (as strong), but masculine in plural (which also is used elliptically for goat's hair)
#3
אֶחָ֖ד
One
properly, united, i.e., one; or (as an ordinal) first
#4
לְחַטָּֽאת׃
for a sin offering
an offence (sometimes habitual sinfulness), and its penalty, occasion, sacrifice, or expiation; also (concretely) an offender

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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