1 Chronicles 24:7

Authorized King James Version

Now the first lot came forth to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַיֵּצֵ֞א
came forth
to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim
#2
הַגּוֹרָ֤ל
lot
properly, a pebble, i.e., a lot (small stones being used for that purpose); figuratively, a portion or destiny (as if determined by lot)
#3
הָֽרִאשׁוֹן֙
Now the first
first, in place, time or rank (as adjective or noun)
#4
לִיה֣וֹיָרִ֔יב
to Jehoiarib
jehojarib, the name of two israelites
#5
לִֽידַעְיָ֖ה
to Jedaiah
jedajah, the name of two israelites
#6
הַשֵּׁנִֽי׃
the second
properly, double, i.e., second; also adverbially, again

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