1 Chronicles 15:1

Authorized King James Version

And David made him houses in the city of David, and prepared a place for the ark of God, and pitched for it a tent.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיַּֽעַשׂ

H6213

And David made

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

ל֥וֹ

בָתִּ֖ים

H1004

him houses

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

בְּעִ֣יר

H5892

in the city

a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post)

דָּוִ֑יד

H1732

of David

david, the youngest son of jesse

וַיָּ֤כֶן

H3559

and prepared

properly, to be erect (i.e., stand perpendicular); hence (causatively) to set up, in a great variety of applications, whether literal (establish, fix,

מָקוֹם֙

H4725

a 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)

לַֽאֲר֣וֹן

H727

for the ark

a box

הָֽאֱלֹהִ֔ים

H430

of God

gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of

#10

וַיֶּט

H5186

and pitched

to stretch or spread out; by implication, to bend away (including moral deflection); used in a great variety of application (as follows)

#11

ל֖וֹ

#12

אֹֽהֶל׃

H168

for it a tent

a tent (as clearly conspicuous from a distance)

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Chronicles, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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 introducing key themes that will be developed throughout 1 Chronicles.

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 sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
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?
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?