Proverbs 6:29

Authorized King James Version

So he that goeth in to his neighbour's wife; whosoever toucheth her shall not be innocent.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
כֵּ֗ן
properly, set upright; hence (figuratively as adjective) just; but usually (as adverb or conjunction) rightly or so (in various applications to manner
#2
הַ֭בָּא
So he that goeth in
to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)
#3
אֶל
near, with or among; often in general, to
#4
אֵ֣שֶׁת
wife
a woman
#5
רֵעֵ֑הוּ
to his neighbour's
an associate (more or less close)
#6
לֹ֥א
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#7
יִ֝נָּקֶ֗ה
her shall not be innocent
to be (or make) clean (literally or figuratively); by implication (in an adverse sense) to be bare, i.e., extirpated
#8
כָּֽל
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
#9
הַנֹּגֵ֥עַ
whosoever toucheth
properly, to touch, i.e., lay the hand upon (for any purpose; euphemistically, to lie with a woman); by implication, to reach (figuratively, to arrive
#10
בָּֽהּ׃
H0

Analysis

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

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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