1 Chronicles 23:20

Of the sons of Uzziel; Michah the first, and Jesiah the second.

Word-by-Word Analysis

בְּנֵ֖י

H1121

Of 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

עֻזִּיאֵ֑ל

H5816

of Uzziel

uzziel, the name of six israelites

מִיכָ֣ה

H4318

Michah

micah, the name of seven israelites

הָרֹ֔אשׁ

H7218

the first

the head (as most easily shaken), whether literal or figurative (in many applications, of place, time, rank, itc.)

וְיִשִּׁיָּ֖ה

H3449

and Jesiah

jishshijah, the name of five israelites

הַשֵּׁנִֽי׃

H8145

the second

properly, double, i.e., second; also adverbially, again

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine revelation contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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

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?
How does this verse's literary context within 1 Chronicles chapter 23 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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?