1 Chronicles 6:34

Authorized King James Version

The son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
בֶּן
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
#2
אֶלְקָנָה֙
of Elkanah
elkanah, the name of several israelites
#3
בֶּן
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
#4
יְרֹחָ֔ם
of Jeroham
jerocham, the name of seven or eight israelites
#5
בֶּן
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
#6
אֱלִיאֵ֖ל
of Eliel
eliel, the name of nine israelites
#7
בֶּן
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
#8
תּֽוֹחַ׃
of Toah
toach, 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