| 32. Linguistic Exegesis The verse opens with the hortatory imperative come, followed by a chain of inclusive volitive verbs linked by vav-conjunctions to outline a planned action. The direct-object marker et introduces the phrase “our father wine,” and the prepositional phrase “with him” connects the action to its target. The final verb clause functions as a purpose clause, rendered in English with “so that we may,” preserving the Hebrew intention of preserving lineage. |