1 Chronicles 14:1

Authorized King James Version

Now Hiram king of Tyre sent messengers to David, and timber of cedars, with masons and carpenters, to build him an house.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַ֠יִּשְׁלַח
sent
to send away, for, or out (in a great variety of applications)
#2
חיּרָ֨ם
Now Hiram
chiram or chirom, the name of two tyrians
#3
מֶֽלֶךְ
king
a king
#4
צֹ֥ר
of Tyre
tsor, a place in palestine
#5
מַלְאָכִים֮
messengers
a messenger; specifically, of god, i.e., an angel (also a prophet, priest or teacher)
#6
אֶל
near, with or among; often in general, to
#7
דָּוִיד֒
to David
david, the youngest son of jesse
#8
עֵצִ֑ים
and timber
a tree (from its firmness); hence, wood (plural sticks)
#9
אֲרָזִ֔ים
of cedars
a cedar tree (from the tenacity of its roots)
#10
וְחָֽרָשֵׁ֖י
and carpenters
a fabricator or any material
#11
קִ֔יר
with masons
a wall (as built in a trench)
#12
וְחָֽרָשֵׁ֖י
and carpenters
a fabricator or any material
#13
עֵצִ֑ים
and timber
a tree (from its firmness); hence, wood (plural sticks)
#14
לִבְנ֥וֹת
to build
to build (literally and figuratively)
#15
ל֖וֹ
H0
#16
בָּֽיִת׃
him an house
a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

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