1 Chronicles 2:25

Authorized King James Version

And the sons of Jerahmeel the firstborn of Hezron were, Ram the firstborn, and Bunah, and Oren, and Ozem, and Ahijah.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיִּֽהְי֧וּ

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

בְנֵֽי

H1121

And 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

יְרַחְמְאֵ֛ל

H3396

of Jerahmeel

jerachmeel, the name of three israelites

הַבְּכ֣וֹר׀

H1060

the firstborn

first-born; hence, chief

חֶצְר֖וֹן

H2696

of Hezron

chetsron, the name of a place in palestine; also of two israelites

הַבְּכ֣וֹר׀

H1060

the firstborn

first-born; hence, chief

רָ֑ם

H7410

were Ram

ram, the name of an arabian and of an israelite

וּבוּנָ֥ה

H946

and Bunah

bunah, an israelite

וָאֹ֛רֶן

H767

and Oren

oren, an israelite

#10

וָאֹ֖צֶם

H684

and Ozem

otsem, the name of two israelites

#11

אֲחִיָּֽה׃

H281

and Ahijah

achijah, the name of nine israelites

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 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 revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

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?
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?
How does this verse's literary context within 1 Chronicles chapter 2 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?