1 Chronicles 29:14

Authorized King James Version

But who am I, and what is my people, that we should be able to offer so willingly after this sort? for all things come of thee, and of thine own have we given thee.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְכִ֨י

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

מִ֤י

H4310

who? (occasionally, by a peculiar idiom, of things); also (indefinitely) whoever; often used in oblique construction with prefix or suffix

אֲנִי֙

H589

וּמִ֣י

H4310

who? (occasionally, by a peculiar idiom, of things); also (indefinitely) whoever; often used in oblique construction with prefix or suffix

עַמִּ֔י

H5971

But who am I and what is my people

a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

כִּֽי

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

נַעְצֹ֣ר

H6113

that we should be

to inclose; by analogy, to hold back; also to maintain, rule, assemble

כֹּ֔חַ

H3581

able

vigor, literally (force, in a good or a bad sense) or figuratively (capacity, means, produce)

לְהִתְנַדֵּ֖ב

H5068

to offer so willingly

to impel; hence, to volunteer (as a soldier), to present spontaneously

#10

כָּזֹ֑את

H2063

this (often used adverb)

#11

כִּֽי

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

#12

מִמְּךָ֣

H4480

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

#13

הַכֹּ֔ל

H3605

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

#14

וּמִיָּֽדְךָ֖

H3027

after this sort for all things come of thee and of thine own

a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from h3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great v

#15

נָתַ֥נּוּ

H5414

have we given

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

#16

לָֽךְ׃

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 1 Chronicles. The concept of covenant community 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 historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood covenant community. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
In what ways does understanding covenant community in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
How does this verse's literary context within 1 Chronicles chapter 29 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?