1 Chronicles 24:23

And the sons of Hebron; Jeriah the first, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, Jekameam the fourth.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וּבְנָ֖י

H1121

And 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

יְרִיָּ֑הוּ

H3404

of Hebron Jeriah

jerijah, an israelite

אֲמַרְיָ֙הוּ֙

H568

the first Amariah

amarjah, the name of nine israelites

הַשֵּׁנִ֔י

H8145

the second

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

יַֽחֲזִיאֵל֙

H3166

Jahaziel

jachaziel, the name of five israelites

הַשְּׁלִישִׁ֔י

H7992

the third

third; feminine a third (part); by extension, a third (day, year or time); specifically, a third-story cell)

יְקַמְעָ֖ם

H3360

Jekameam

jekamam, an israelite

הָֽרְבִיעִֽי׃

H7243

the fourth

fourth; also (fractionally) a fourth

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 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

In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
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?