1 Chronicles 29:24

Authorized King James Version

And all the princes, and the mighty men, and all the sons likewise of king David, submitted themselves unto Solomon the king.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְכָל

H3605

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

הַשָּׂרִים֙

H8269

And all the princes

a head person (of any rank or class)

וְהַגִּבֹּרִ֔ים

H1368

and the mighty men

powerful; by implication, warrior, tyrant

וְגַ֕ם

H1571

properly, assemblage; used only adverbially also, even, yea, though; often repeated as correl. both...and

כָּל

H3605

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

בְּנֵ֖י

H1121

and all 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

הַמֶּֽלֶךְ׃

H4428

likewise of king

a king

דָּוִ֑יד

H1732

David

david, the youngest son of jesse

נָ֣תְנוּ

H5414

submitted themselves

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

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יָ֔ד

H3027

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

#11

תַּ֖חַת

H8478

the bottom (as depressed); only adverbially, below (often with prepositional prefix underneath), in lieu of, etc

#12

שְׁלֹמֹ֥ה

H8010

unto Solomon

shelomah, david's successor

#13

הַמֶּֽלֶךְ׃

H4428

likewise of king

a king

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

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 divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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 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?