1 Chronicles 6:7

Authorized King James Version

Meraioth begat Amariah, and Amariah begat Ahitub,

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
מְרָיוֹת֙
Meraioth
merajoth, the name of two israelites
#2
הוֹלִ֥יד
begat
to bear young; causatively, to beget; medically, to act as midwife; specifically, to show lineage
#3
אֶת
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#4
וַֽאֲמַרְיָ֖ה
Amariah
amarjah, the name of nine israelites
#5
וַֽאֲמַרְיָ֖ה
Amariah
amarjah, the name of nine israelites
#6
הוֹלִ֥יד
begat
to bear young; causatively, to beget; medically, to act as midwife; specifically, to show lineage
#7
אֶת
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#8
אֲחִיטֽוּב׃
Ahitub
achitub, the name of several priests

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