1 Chronicles 6:65

Authorized King James Version

And they gave by lot out of the tribe of the children of Judah, and out of the tribe of the children of Simeon, and out of the tribe of the children of Benjamin, these cities, which are called by their names.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַיִּתְּנ֣וּ
And they gave
to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)
#2
בַגּוֹרָ֗ל
by lot
properly, a pebble, i.e., a lot (small stones being used for that purpose); figuratively, a portion or destiny (as if determined by lot)
#3
וּמִמַּטֵּ֖ה
and out of the tribe
a branch (as extending); figuratively, a tribe; also a rod, whether for chastising (figuratively, correction), ruling (a sceptre), throwing (a lance),
#4
בְּנֵ֣י
of the children
a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or
#5
יְהוּדָה֙
of Judah
jehudah (or judah), the name of five israelites; also of the tribe descended from the first, and of its territory
#6
וּמִמַּטֵּ֖ה
and out of the tribe
a branch (as extending); figuratively, a tribe; also a rod, whether for chastising (figuratively, correction), ruling (a sceptre), throwing (a lance),
#7
בְּנֵ֣י
of the children
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
שִׁמְע֔וֹן
of Simeon
shimon, one of jacob's sons, also the tribe descended from him
#9
וּמִמַּטֵּ֖ה
and out of the tribe
a branch (as extending); figuratively, a tribe; also a rod, whether for chastising (figuratively, correction), ruling (a sceptre), throwing (a lance),
#10
בְּנֵ֣י
of the children
a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or
#11
בִנְיָמִ֑ן
of Benjamin
binjamin, youngest son of jacob; also the tribe descended from him, and its territory
#12
אֵ֚ת
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#13
הֶֽעָרִ֣ים
these cities
a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post)
#14
הָאֵ֔לֶּה
these or those
#15
אֲשֶׁר
who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc
#16
יִקְרְא֥וּ
which are called
to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)
#17
אֶתְהֶ֖ם
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#18
בְּשֵׁמֽוֹת׃
by their names
an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character

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 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