1 Chronicles 2:23

Authorized King James Version

And he took Geshur, and Aram, with the towns of Jair, from them, with Kenath, and the towns thereof, even threescore cities. All these belonged to the sons of Machir the father of Gilead.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיִּקַּ֣ח

H3947

And he took

to take (in the widest variety of applications)

גְּשֽׁוּר

H1650

Geshur

geshur, a district of syria

וַ֠אֲרָם

H758

and Aram

aram or syria, and its inhabitants; also the name of the son of shem, a grandson of nahor, and of an israelite

אֶת

H854

properly, nearness (used only as a preposition or an adverb), near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc

חַוֹּ֨ת

H2333

with the towns

by implication, an encampment or village

יָאִ֧יר

H2971

of Jair

jair, the name of four israelites

מֵֽאִתָּ֛ם

H853

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

אֶת

H854

properly, nearness (used only as a preposition or an adverb), near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc

קְנָ֥ת

H7079

from them with Kenath

kenath, a place east of the jordan

#10

וְאֶת

H853

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

#11

בְּנֹתֶ֖יהָ

H1323

and the towns

a daughter (used in the same wide sense as other terms of relationship, literally and figuratively)

#12

שִׁשִּׁ֣ים

H8346

thereof even threescore

sixty

#13

עִ֑יר

H5892

cities

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

#14

כָּל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

#15

אֵ֕לֶּה

H428

these or those

#16

בְּנֵ֖י

H1121

All these belonged to the sons

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

#17

מָכִ֥יר

H4353

of Machir

makir, an israelite

#18

אֲבִי

the father

father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application

#19

גִלְעָֽד׃

H1568

of Gilead

gilad, a region east of the jordan; also the name of three israelites

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Chronicles, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, 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 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

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?