1 Chronicles 24:2

Authorized King James Version

But Nadab and Abihu died before their father, and had no children: therefore Eleazar and Ithamar executed the priest's office.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיָּ֨מָת

H4191

died

to die (literally or figuratively); causatively, to kill

נָדָ֤ב

H5070

But Nadab

nadab, the name of four israelites

וַֽאֲבִיהוּא֙

H30

and Abihu

abihu, a son of aaron

לִפְנֵ֣י

H6440

before

the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposi

אֲבִיהֶ֔ם

their father

father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application

וּבָנִ֖ים

H1121

and had no children

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

לֹֽא

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

הָי֣וּ

H1961

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

לָהֶ֑ם

H1992

they (only used when emphatic)

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וַֽיְכַהֲנ֔וּ

H3547

executed the priest's office

to officiate as a priest; figuratively, to put on regalia

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אֶלְעָזָ֖ר

H499

therefore Eleazar

elazar, the name of seven israelites

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וְאִֽיתָמָֽר׃

H385

and Ithamar

ithamar, a son of aaron

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 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

How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
How does this verse's literary context within 1 Chronicles chapter 24 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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?