1 Chronicles 27:26

Authorized King James Version

And over them that did the work of the field for tillage of the ground was Ezri the son of Chelub:

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וְעַ֗ל
H5921
above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications
#2
עֹשֵׂי֙
H6213
And over them that did
to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application
#3
מְלֶ֣אכֶת
H4399
the work
properly, deputyship, i.e., ministry; generally, employment (never servile) or work (abstractly or concretely); also property (as the result of labor)
#4
הַשָּׂדֶ֔ה
H7704
of the field
a field (as flat)
#5
לַֽעֲבֹדַ֖ת
H5656
for tillage
work of any kind
#6
הָֽאֲדָמָ֑ה
H127
of the ground
soil (from its general redness)
#7
עֶזְרִ֖י
H5836
was Ezri
ezri, an israelite
#8
בֶּן
H1121
the son
a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or
#9
כְּלֽוּב׃
H3620
of Chelub
kelub, the name of two israelites

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Chronicles, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. 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

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 Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.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