1 Chronicles 9:21

Authorized King James Version

And Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was porter of the door of the tabernacle of the congregation.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
זְכַרְיָה֙
H2148
And Zechariah
zecarjah, the name of twenty-nine israelites
#2
בֶּ֣ן
H1121
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
#3
מְשֶֽׁלֶמְיָ֔ה
H4920
of Meshelemiah
meshelemjah, an israelite
#4
שֹׁעֵ֥ר
H7778
was porter
a janitor
#5
פֶּ֖תַח
H6607
of the door
an opening (literally), i.e., door (gate) or entrance way
#6
לְאֹ֥הֶל
H168
of the tabernacle
a tent (as clearly conspicuous from a distance)
#7
מוֹעֵֽד׃
H4150
of the congregation
properly, an appointment, i.e., a fixed time or season; specifically, a festival; conventionally a year; by implication, an assembly (as convened for

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