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This analysis delves into the rich symbolism found within biblical narratives, particularly the colors and characters that convey deeper meanings. Exploring references to garments with sleeves and the significance of community dynamics, it highlights the importance of the field as a metaphor for the world (Matthew 13:38), the implications of forsaking God’s fountain of living waters (Jeremiah 2:13), and the roles of dreamers and significant figures in Christ’s genealogy. The discussion also touches upon the identities of Ishmaelites and Midianites and their cultural relevance.
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37:1-38:30 Many colors~ better, coat with sleeves • Ketōnet passim
37:1-38:30 Hebron ~ community or association
37:1-38:30 Field ~ the field is the world Matthew 13:38
37:1-38:30 Dothan ~ two cisterns For My people have committed two evils, they have forsaken Me, the fountain of living waters, and hewn themselves cisterns – broken cisterns that can hold no water Jeremiah 2:13
37:1-38:30 Dreamer ~ ba`alchalom– master (or lord ) of dreams
37:1-38:30 Ishmaelites or Midianites ? ~ Ishmaelites generic term for Arab people
37:1-38:30 Officer ~ saris – eunuch
37:1-38:30 Burned ~ or branded (Matthew Henry)
37:1-38:30 4 women in Jesus' genealogy • Tamar, Rahab, Bathsheba and Mary
37:1-38:30 1. Perez 2. Hezron 3. Ram 4. Ammimidab 5. Nashon 6. Salmon and Rahab 7. Boaz and Ruth 8. Obed 9. Jesse 10. David