1 Chronicles 26:1

Authorized King James Version

Concerning the divisions of the porters: Of the Korhites was Meshelemiah the son of Kore, of the sons of Asaph.

Word-by-Word Analysis

לְמַחְלְק֖וֹת

H4256

Concerning the divisions

a section (of levites, people or soldiers)

לְשֹֽׁעֲרִ֑ים

H7778

of the porters

a janitor

לַקָּרְחִ֕ים

H7145

Of the Korhites

a korchite (collectively) or descendants of korach

מְשֶֽׁלֶמְיָ֥הוּ

H4920

was Meshelemiah

meshelemjah, an israelite

בְּנֵ֥י

H1121

of 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

קֹרֵ֖א

H6981

of Kore

kore, the name of two israelites

מִן

H4480

properly, a part of; hence (prepositionally), from or out of in many senses

בְּנֵ֥י

H1121

of 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

אָסָֽף׃

H623

of Asaph

asaph, the name of three israelites, and of the family of the first

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine revelation contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
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?
How does this verse's literary context within 1 Chronicles chapter 26 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?