1 Chronicles 23:5

Authorized King James Version

Moreover four thousand were porters; and four thousand praised the LORD with the instruments which I made, said David, to praise therewith.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וְאַרְבַּ֤עַת
H702
Moreover four
four
#2
אֲלָפִים֙
H505
thousand
hence (the ox's head being the first letter of the alphabet, and this eventually used as a numeral) a thousand
#3
שֹֽׁעֲרִ֑ים
H7778
were porters
a janitor
#4
וְאַרְבַּ֤עַת
H702
Moreover four
four
#5
אֲלָפִים֙
H505
thousand
hence (the ox's head being the first letter of the alphabet, and this eventually used as a numeral) a thousand
#6
לְהַלֵּֽל׃
H1984
praised
to be clear (orig. of sound, but usually of color); to shine; hence, to make a show, to boast; and thus to be (clamorously) foolish; to rave; causativ
#7
לַֽיהוָ֔ה
H3068
the LORD
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
#8
בַּכֵּלִ֕ים
H3627
with the instruments
something prepared, i.e., any apparatus (as an implement, utensil, dress, vessel or weapon)
#9
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
H834
who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc
#10
עָשִׂ֖יתִי
H6213
which I made
to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application
#11
לְהַלֵּֽל׃
H1984
praised
to be clear (orig. of sound, but usually of color); to shine; hence, to make a show, to boast; and thus to be (clamorously) foolish; to rave; causativ

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