1 Kings 13:32

Authorized King James Version

For the saying which he cried by the word of the LORD against the altar in Beth-el, and against all the houses of the high places which are in the cities of Samaria, shall surely come to pass.

Word-by-Word Analysis

כִּי֩

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

הָיֹ֨ה

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

יִֽהְיֶ֜ה

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

בִּדְבַ֣ר

H1697

For the saying

a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause

אֲשֶׁ֤ר

H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

קָרָא֙

H7121

which he cried

to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)

בִּדְבַ֣ר

H1697

For the saying

a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause

יְהוָ֔ה

H3068

of the LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

עַל

H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

#10

הַמִּזְבֵּ֖חַ

H4196

against the altar

an altar

#11

אֲשֶׁ֣ר

H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

#12

בְּבֵֽית

#13

אֵ֑ל

H1008

in Bethel

beth-el, a place in palestine

#14

וְעַל֙

H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

#15

כָּל

H3605

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

#16

בָּתֵּ֣י

H1004

and against all the houses

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

#17

הַבָּמ֔וֹת

H1116

of the high places

an elevation

#18

אֲשֶׁ֖ר

H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

#19

בְּעָרֵ֥י

H5892

which are in the cities

a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post)

#20

שֹֽׁמְרֽוֹן׃

H8111

of Samaria

shomeron, a place in palestine

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Kings, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, 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 Kings.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How does this verse's literary context within 1 Kings chapter 13 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine sovereignty address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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