1 Chronicles 25:23

Authorized King James Version

The sixteenth to Hananiah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
לְשִׁשָּׁ֤ה
The sixteenth
six (as an overplus beyond five or the fingers of the hand); as ordinal, sixth
#2
עָשָׂר֙
ten (only in combination), i.e., -teen; also (ordinal) -teenth
#3
לַֽחֲנַנְיָ֔הוּ
to Hananiah
chananjah, the name of thirteen israelites
#4
בָּנָ֥יו
he his 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
#5
וְאֶחָ֖יו
and his brethren
a brother (used in the widest sense of literal relationship and metaphorical affinity or resemblance [like h0001])
#6
שְׁנֵ֥ים
were twelve
two; also (as ordinal) twofold
#7
עָשָֽׂר׃
ten (only in combination), i.e., -teen; also (ordinal) -teenth

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Chronicles, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, 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 revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection