1 Chronicles 28:13

Authorized King James Version

Also for the courses of the priests and the Levites, and for all the work of the service of the house of the LORD, and for all the vessels of service in the house of the LORD.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וּֽלְמַחְלְקוֹת֙

H4256

Also for the courses

a section (of levites, people or soldiers)

הַכֹּֽהֲנִ֣ים

H3548

of the priests

literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman)

וְהַלְוִיִּ֔ם

H3881

and the Levites

a levite or descendant of levi

וּֽלְכָל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

מְלֶ֖אכֶת

H4399

and for all the work

properly, deputyship, i.e., ministry; generally, employment (never servile) or work (abstractly or concretely); also property (as the result of labor)

עֲבוֹדַ֥ת

H5656

of service

work of any kind

בֵּית

H1004

in the house

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

יְהוָֽה׃

H3068

of the LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

וּֽלְכָל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

#10

כְּלֵ֖י

H3627

and for all the vessels

something prepared, i.e., any apparatus (as an implement, utensil, dress, vessel or weapon)

#11

עֲבוֹדַ֥ת

H5656

of service

work of any kind

#12

בֵּית

H1004

in the house

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

#13

יְהוָֽה׃

H3068

of the LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Chronicles, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, 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 Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.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

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine sovereignty address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
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?