1 Chronicles 23:32

Authorized King James Version

And that they should keep the charge of the tabernacle of the congregation, and the charge of the holy place, and the charge of the sons of Aaron their brethren, in the service of the house of the LORD.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וְשָֽׁמְר֞וּ
H8104
And that they should keep
properly, to hedge about (as with thorns), i.e., guard; generally, to protect, attend to, etc
#2
אֶת
H853
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#3
וּמִשְׁמֶ֕רֶת
H4931
and the charge
watch, i.e., the act (custody), or (concretely) the sentry, the post; objectively preservation, or (concretely) safe; figuratively observance, i.e., (
#4
אֹֽהֶל
H168
of the tabernacle
a tent (as clearly conspicuous from a distance)
#5
מוֹעֵ֗ד
H4150
of the congregation
properly, an appointment, i.e., a fixed time or season; specifically, a festival; conventionally a year; by implication, an assembly (as convened for
#6
וְאֵת֙
H853
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#7
וּמִשְׁמֶ֕רֶת
H4931
and the charge
watch, i.e., the act (custody), or (concretely) the sentry, the post; objectively preservation, or (concretely) safe; figuratively observance, i.e., (
#8
הַקֹּ֔דֶשׁ
H6944
of the holy
a sacred place or thing; rarely abstract, sanctity
#9
וּמִשְׁמֶ֕רֶת
H4931
and the charge
watch, i.e., the act (custody), or (concretely) the sentry, the post; objectively preservation, or (concretely) safe; figuratively observance, i.e., (
#10
בְּנֵ֥י
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
#11
אַֽהֲרֹ֖ן
H175
of Aaron
aharon, the brother of moses
#12
אֲחֵיהֶ֑ם
H251
their brethren
a brother (used in the widest sense of literal relationship and metaphorical affinity or resemblance [like h0001])
#13
לַֽעֲבֹדַ֖ת
H5656
in the service
work of any kind
#14
בֵּ֥ית
H1004
of the house
a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
#15
יְהוָֽה׃
H3068
of the LORD
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

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