1 Chronicles 16:2

Authorized King James Version

And when David had made an end of offering the burnt offerings and the peace offerings, he blessed the people in the name of the LORD.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיְכַ֣ל

H3615

had made an end

to end, whether intransitive (to cease, be finished, perish) or transitive (to complete, prepare, consume)

דָּוִ֔יד

H1732

And when David

david, the youngest son of jesse

מֵהַֽעֲל֥וֹת

H5927

of offering

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

הָֽעֹלָ֖ה

H5930

the burnt offerings

a step or (collectively, stairs, as ascending); usually a holocaust (as going up in smoke)

וְהַשְּׁלָמִ֑ים

H8002

and the peace offerings

properly, requital, i.e., a (voluntary) sacrifice in thanks

וַיְבָ֥רֶךְ

H1288

he blessed

to kneel; by implication to bless god (as an act of adoration), and (vice-versa) man (as a benefit); also (by euphemism) to curse (god or the king, as

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

הָעָ֖ם

H5971

the people

a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

בְּשֵׁ֥ם

H8034

in the name

an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character

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יְהוָֽה׃

H3068

of the LORD

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

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 1 Chronicles. The concept of peace reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, 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 peace. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding peace in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on peace address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
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?