1 Chronicles 11:6

Authorized King James Version

And David said, Whosoever smiteth the Jebusites first shall be chief and captain. So Joab the son of Zeruiah went first up, and was chief.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיֹּ֣אמֶר

H559

said

to say (used with great latitude)

דָּוִ֔יד

H1732

And David

david, the youngest son of jesse

כָּל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

מַכֵּ֤ה

H5221

Whosoever smiteth

to strike (lightly or severely, literally or figuratively)

יְבוּסִי֙

H2983

the Jebusites

a jebusite or inhabitant of jebus

בָּרִֽאשׁוֹנָ֛ה

H7223

first

first, in place, time or rank (as adjective or noun)

יִֽהְיֶ֥ה

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

לְרֹֽאשׁ׃

H7218

and was chief

the head (as most easily shaken), whether literal or figurative (in many applications, of place, time, rank, itc.)

וּלְשָׂ֑ר

H8269

and captain

a head person (of any rank or class)

#10

וַיַּ֧עַל

H5927

to ascend, intransitively (be high) or actively (mount); used in a great variety of senses, primary and secondary, literal and figurative

#11

בָּרִֽאשׁוֹנָ֛ה

H7223

first

first, in place, time or rank (as adjective or noun)

#12

יוֹאָ֥ב

H3097

So Joab

joab, the name of three israelites

#13

בֶּן

H1121

the son

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

#14

צְרוּיָ֖ה

H6870

of Zeruiah

tserujah, an israelitess

#15

וַיְהִ֥י

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

#16

לְרֹֽאשׁ׃

H7218

and was chief

the head (as most easily shaken), whether literal or figurative (in many applications, of place, time, rank, itc.)

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 historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
How does this verse's literary context within 1 Chronicles chapter 11 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?