2 Chronicles 13:10

Authorized King James Version

But as for us, the LORD is our God, and we have not forsaken him; and the priests, which minister unto the LORD, are the sons of Aaron, and the Levites wait upon their business:

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַֽאֲנַ֛חְנוּ
H587
we
#2
לַֽיהוָה֙
H3068
But as for us the LORD
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
#3
אֱלֹהֵ֖ינוּ
H430
is our God
gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of
#4
וְלֹ֣א
H3808
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#5
עֲזַבְנֻ֑הוּ
H5800
and we have not forsaken
to loosen, i.e., relinquish, permit, etc
#6
וְכֹ֨הֲנִ֜ים
H3548
him and the priests
literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman)
#7
מְשָֽׁרְתִ֤ים
H8334
which minister
to attend as a menial or worshipper; figuratively, to contribute to
#8
לַֽיהוָה֙
H3068
But as for us the LORD
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
#9
בְּנֵ֣י
H1121
are the sons
a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or
#10
אַֽהֲרֹ֔ן
H175
of Aaron
aharon, the brother of moses
#11
וְהַלְוִיִּ֖ם
H3881
and the Levites
a levite or descendant of levi
#12
בַּמְלָֽאכֶת׃
H4399
wait upon their business
properly, deputyship, i.e., ministry; generally, employment (never servile) or work (abstractly or concretely); also property (as the result of labor)

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Chronicles, 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 2 Chronicles.

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 divine sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection