2 Chronicles 1:12

Authorized King James Version

Wisdom and knowledge is granted unto thee; and I will give thee riches, and wealth, and honour, such as none of the kings have had that have been before thee, neither shall there any after thee have the like.

Word-by-Word Analysis

הַֽחָכְמָ֥ה

H2451

Wisdom

wisdom (in a good sense)

וְהַמַּדָּ֖ע

H4093

and knowledge

intelligence or consciousness

אֶתֶּן

H5414

is granted

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

לָ֑ךְ

וְעֹ֨שֶׁר

H6239

thee riches

wealth

וּנְכָסִ֤ים

H5233

and wealth

treasure

וְכָבוֹד֙

H3519

and honour

properly, weight, but only figuratively in a good sense, splendor or copiousness

אֶתֶּן

H5414

is granted

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

לָ֔ךְ

#10

אֲשֶׁ֣ר׀

H834

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

#11

לֹא

H3808

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

#12

הָ֣יָה

H1961

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

#13

כֵ֗ן

H3651

properly, set upright; hence (figuratively as adjective) just; but usually (as adverb or conjunction) rightly or so (in various applications to manner

#14

לַמְּלָכִים֙

H4428

such as none of the kings

a king

#15

אֲשֶׁ֣ר

H834

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

#16

לְפָנֶ֔יךָ

H6440

have had that have been before

the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposi

#17

וְאַֽחֲרֶ֖יךָ

H310

thee neither shall there any after

properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)

#18

לֹ֥א

H3808

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

#19

יִֽהְיֶה

H1961

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

#20

כֵּֽן׃

H3651

properly, set upright; hence (figuratively as adjective) just; but usually (as adverb or conjunction) rightly or so (in various applications to manner

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Chronicles, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of wisdom connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about wisdom, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by establishing foundational concepts crucial to 2 Chronicles's theological argument.

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 2 Chronicles Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes wisdom in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding wisdom in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
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?