1 Chronicles 2:35

Authorized King James Version

And Sheshan gave his daughter to Jarha his servant to wife; and she bare him Attai.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַיִּתֵּ֨ן
H5414
gave
to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)
#2
שֵׁשָׁ֧ן
H8348
And Sheshan
sheshan, an israelite
#3
אֶת
H853
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#4
בִּתּ֛וֹ
H1323
his daughter
a daughter (used in the same wide sense as other terms of relationship, literally and figuratively)
#5
לְיַרְחָ֥ע
H3398
to Jarha
jarcha, an egyptian
#6
עַבְדּ֖וֹ
H5650
his servant
a servant
#7
לְאִשָּׁ֑ה
H802
to wife
a woman
#8
וַתֵּ֥לֶד
H3205
and she bare
to bear young; causatively, to beget; medically, to act as midwife; specifically, to show lineage
#9
ל֖וֹ
H0
#10
אֶת
H853
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#11
עַתָּֽי׃
H6262
him Attai
attai, the name of three israelites

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Chronicles, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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 1 Chronicles.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of 1 Chronicles Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection