1 Samuel 24:11

Authorized King James Version

Moreover, my father, see, yea, see the skirt of thy robe in my hand: for in that I cut off the skirt of thy robe, and killed thee not, know thou and see that there is neither evil nor transgression in mine hand, and I have not sinned against thee; yet thou huntest my soul to take it.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְאָבִ֣י

Moreover my father

father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application

וּרְאֵה֙

H7200

see

to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)

גַּ֗ם

H1571

properly, assemblage; used only adverbially also, even, yea, though; often repeated as correl. both...and

וּרְאֵה֙

H7200

see

to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

כְּנַ֨ף

H3671

the skirt

an edge or extremity; specifically (of a bird or army) a wing, (of a garment or bedclothing) a flap, (of the earth) a quarter, (of a building) a pinna

מְעִֽילְךָ֜

H4598

of thy robe

a robe (i.e., upper and outer garment)

בְּיָדִ֜י

H3027

in mine hand

a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from h3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great v

כִּ֡י

H3588

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

#10

בְּכָרְתִי֩

H3772

for in that I cut off

to cut (off, down or asunder); by implication, to destroy or consume; specifically, to covenant (i.e., make an alliance or bargain, originally by cutt

#11

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

#12

כְּנַ֨ף

H3671

the skirt

an edge or extremity; specifically (of a bird or army) a wing, (of a garment or bedclothing) a flap, (of the earth) a quarter, (of a building) a pinna

#13

מְעִֽילְךָ֜

H4598

of thy robe

a robe (i.e., upper and outer garment)

#14

וְלֹ֣א

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

#15

הֲרַגְתִּ֗יךָ

H2026

and killed

to smite with deadly intent

#16

דַּ֤ע

H3045

thee not know

to know (properly, to ascertain by seeing); used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially (including o

#17

וּרְאֵה֙

H7200

see

to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)

#18

כִּי֩

H3588

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

#19

אֵ֨ין

H369

a nonentity; generally used as a negative particle

#20

בְּיָדִ֜י

H3027

in mine hand

a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from h3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great v

#21

רָעָ֤ה

H7451

that there is neither evil

bad or (as noun) evil (natural or moral)

#22

וָפֶ֙שַׁע֙

H6588

nor transgression

a revolt (national, moral or religious)

#23

וְלֹֽא

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

#24

חָטָ֣אתִי

H2398

and I have not sinned

properly, to miss; hence (figuratively and generally) to sin; by inference, to forfeit, lack, expiate, repent, (causatively) lead astray, condemn

#25

לָ֔ךְ

#26

וְאַתָּ֛ה

H859

thou and thee, or (plural) ye and you

#27

צֹדֶ֥ה

H6658

against thee yet thou huntest

to chase; by implication, to desolate

#28

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

#29

נַפְשִׁ֖י

H5315

my soul

properly, a breathing creature, i.e., animal of (abstractly) vitality; used very widely in a literal, accommodated or figurative sense (bodily or ment

#30

לְקַחְתָּֽהּ׃

H3947

to take

to take (in the widest variety of applications)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 1 Samuel. 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

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

What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
How does this verse's literary context within 1 Samuel chapter 24 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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