Linguistic Insights — Job 25

3 insights

שָׁלוֹם (Shalom)
LanguageHebrew
Rendered asPeace
Grammatical nuance
The term is a masculine noun, often used to denote completeness, soundness, and welfare.
Cultural context
In ancient Hebrew culture, 'shalom' encompassed not just the absence of conflict but a holistic sense of well-being and harmony.
Theological significance
In this context, Bildad speaks of God's dominion and the peace He establishes, highlighting God's sovereign power to bring order and harmony.
Related terms
- Eirene (Greek for 'peace')
Key verses
- Job 25:2
Related passages
- Isaiah 9:6
- Philippians 4:7
מִשְׁפָּט (Mishpat)
LanguageHebrew
Rendered asJudgment
Grammatical nuance
This term is a masculine noun, often used in the context of legal decisions or divine justice.
Cultural context
Mishpat in the Hebrew Bible often refers to God's righteous judgment and the administration of justice.
Theological significance
Bildad emphasizes God's authority to judge, underscoring the theme of divine justice and righteousness.
Related terms
- Krisis (Greek for 'judgment')
Key verses
- Job 25:2
Related passages
- Psalm 9:7-8
- Romans 2:5
אֵל (El)
LanguageHebrew
Rendered asGod
Grammatical nuance
A singular masculine noun, often used to denote God in a general sense, emphasizing power and might.
Cultural context
El is one of the oldest designations for God in the Hebrew Bible, often used in poetic and ancient texts.
Theological significance
Bildad uses 'El' to refer to God's supreme power and holiness, questioning how man can be justified before such a mighty God.
Related terms
- Elohim (another Hebrew term for God)
Key verses
- Job 25:4
Related passages
- Genesis 1:1
- Psalm 68:35

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Linguistic Insights — Job 25

שָׁלוֹם (Shalom)

מִשְׁפָּט (Mishpat)

אֵל (El)