Proverbs 6:15

Authorized King James Version

Therefore shall his calamity come suddenly; suddenly shall he be broken without remedy.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
עַל
above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications
#2
כֵּ֗ן
properly, set upright; hence (figuratively as adjective) just; but usually (as adverb or conjunction) rightly or so (in various applications to manner
#3
פִּ֭תְאֹם
suddenly
instantly
#4
יָב֣וֹא
come
to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)
#5
אֵיד֑וֹ
Therefore shall his calamity
oppression; by implication misfortune, ruin
#6
פֶּ֥תַע
suddenly
a wink, i.e., moment (used only [with or without preposition] adverbially, quickly or unexpectedly)
#7
יִ֝שָּׁבֵ֗ר
shall he be broken
to burst (literally or figuratively)
#8
וְאֵ֣ין
a nonentity; generally used as a negative particle
#9
מַרְפֵּֽא׃
without remedy
properly, curative, i.e., literally (concretely) a medicine, or (abstractly) a cure; figuratively (concretely) deliverance, or (abstractly) placidity

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Proverbs. 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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