1 Chronicles 13:11

Authorized King James Version

And David was displeased, because the LORD had made a breach upon Uzza: wherefore that place is called Perez-uzza to this day.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיִּ֣חַר

H2734

was displeased

to glow or grow warm; figuratively (usually) to blaze up, of anger, zeal, jealousy

לְדָוִ֔יד

H1732

And David

david, the youngest son of jesse

כִּֽי

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

פָרַ֧ץ

H6555

had made

to break out (in many applications, direct and indirect, literal and figurative)

יְהוָ֛ה

H3068

because the LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

פֶּ֖רֶץ

H6556

a breach

a break (literally or figuratively)

בְּעֻזָּ֑א

H5798

upon Uzza

uzza or uzzah, the name of five israelites

וַיִּקְרָ֞א

H7121

is called

to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)

לַמָּק֤וֹם

H4725

wherefore that place

properly, a standing, i.e., a spot; but used widely of a locality (general or specific); also (figuratively) of a condition (of body or mind)

#10

הַהוּא֙

H1931

he (she or it); only expressed when emphatic or without a verb; also (intensively) self, or (especially with the article) the same; sometimes (as demo

#11

פֶּ֣רֶץ

#12

עֻזָּ֔א

H6560

Perezuzza

perets-uzza, a place in palestine

#13

עַ֖ד

H5704

as far (or long, or much) as, whether of space (even unto) or time (during, while, until) or degree (equally with)

#14

הַיּ֥וֹם

H3117

to this day

a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an asso

#15

הַזֶּֽה׃

H2088

the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Chronicles, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, 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

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?