1 Chronicles 13:4

Authorized King James Version

And all the congregation said that they would do so: for the thing was right in the eyes of all the people.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַיֹּֽאמְר֥וּ
H559
said
to say (used with great latitude)
#2
כָֽל
H3605
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
#3
הַקָּהָ֖ל
H6951
And all the congregation
assemblage (usually concretely)
#4
לַֽעֲשׂ֣וֹת
H6213
that they would do so
to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application
#5
כֵּ֑ן
H3651
properly, set upright; hence (figuratively as adjective) just; but usually (as adverb or conjunction) rightly or so (in various applications to manner
#6
כִּֽי
H3588
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
#7
יָשַׁ֥ר
H3474
was right
to be straight or even; figuratively, to be (causatively, to make) right, pleasant, prosperous
#8
הַדָּבָ֖ר
H1697
for the thing
a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause
#9
בְּעֵינֵ֥י
H5869
in the eyes
an eye (literally or figuratively); by analogy, a fountain (as the eye of the landscape)
#10
כָל
H3605
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
#11
הָעָֽם׃
H5971
of all the people
a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 1 Chronicles. The concept of covenant community 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 covenant community. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection