1 Chronicles 19:13

Authorized King James Version

Be of good courage, and let us behave ourselves valiantly for our people, and for the cities of our God: and let the LORD do that which is good in his sight.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וְנִֽתְחַזְּקָה֙
H2388
Be of good courage
to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restra
#2
וְנִֽתְחַזְּקָה֙
H2388
Be of good courage
to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively, courageous, causatively strengthen, cure, help, repair, fortify), obstinate; to bind, restra
#3
בְּעַד
H1157
in up to or over against; generally at, beside, among, behind, for, etc
#4
עַמֵּ֔נוּ
H5971
for our people
a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock
#5
וּבְעַ֖ד
H1157
in up to or over against; generally at, beside, among, behind, for, etc
#6
עָרֵ֣י
H5892
and for the cities
a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post)
#7
אֱלֹהֵ֑ינוּ
H430
of our 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
#8
וַֽיהוָ֔ה
H3068
and let the LORD
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
#9
הַטּ֥וֹב
H2896
that which is good
good (as an adjective) in the widest sense; used likewise as a noun, both in the masculine and the feminine, the singular and the plural (good, a good
#10
בְּעֵינָ֖יו
H5869
in his sight
an eye (literally or figuratively); by analogy, a fountain (as the eye of the landscape)
#11
יַֽעֲשֶֽׂה׃
H6213
do
to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

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 building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of 1 Chronicles.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of 1 Chronicles Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection