1 Chronicles 21:25

Authorized King James Version

So David gave to Ornan for the place six hundred shekels of gold by weight.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַיִּתֵּ֥ן
gave
to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)
#2
דָּוִ֛יד
So David
david, the youngest son of jesse
#3
לְאָרְנָ֖ן
to Ornan
ornan, a jebusite
#4
בַּמָּק֑וֹם
for the 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)
#5
שִׁקְלֵ֣י
shekels
probably a weight; used as a commercial standard
#6
זָהָ֔ב
of gold
gold, figuratively, something gold-colored (i.e., yellow), as oil, a clear sky
#7
מִשְׁקָ֖ל
by weight
weight (numerically estimated); hence, weighing (the act)
#8
שֵׁ֥שׁ
six
six (as an overplus beyond five or the fingers of the hand); as ordinal, sixth
#9
מֵאֽוֹת׃
hundred
a hundred; also as a multiplicative and a fraction

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Chronicles, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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