1 Chronicles 26:19

Authorized King James Version

These are the divisions of the porters among the sons of Kore, and among the sons of Merari.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
אֵ֗לֶּה
these or those
#2
מַחְלְקוֹת֙
These are the divisions
a section (of levites, people or soldiers)
#3
הַשֹּׁ֣עֲרִ֔ים
of the porters
a janitor
#4
וְלִבְנֵ֥י
among 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
#5
הַקָּרְחִ֖י
of Kore
a korchite (collectively) or descendants of korach
#6
וְלִבְנֵ֥י
among 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
#7
מְרָרִֽי׃
of Merari
merari, an israelite

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