1 Chronicles 1:31

Authorized King James Version

Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These are the sons of Ishmael.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
יְט֥וּר
Jetur
jetur, a son of ishmael
#2
נָפִ֖ישׁ
Naphish
naphish, a son of ishmael, and his posterity
#3
וָקֵ֑דְמָה
and Kedemah
kedemah, a son of ishmael
#4
אֵ֥לֶּה
these or those
#5
הֵ֖ם
they (only used when emphatic)
#6
בְּנֵ֥י
These are the sons
a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or
#7
יִשְׁמָעֵֽאל׃
of Ishmael
jishmael, the name of abraham's oldest son, and of five israelites

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 1 Chronicles. 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 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