Proverbs 7:26

Authorized King James Version

For she hath cast down many wounded: yea, many strong men have been slain by her.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
כִּֽי
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
#2
רַבִּ֣ים
many
abundant (in quantity, size, age, number, rank, quality)
#3
חֲלָלִ֣ים
wounded
pierced (especially to death); figuratively, polluted
#4
הִפִּ֑ילָה
For she hath cast down
to fall, in a great variety of applications (intransitive or causative, literal or figurative)
#5
וַ֝עֲצֻמִ֗ים
yea many strong
powerful (specifically, a paw); by implication, numerous
#6
כָּל
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
#7
הֲרֻגֶֽיהָ׃
men have been slain
to smite with deadly intent

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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