2 Chronicles 13:11

Authorized King James Version

And they burn unto the LORD every morning and every evening burnt sacrifices and sweet incense: the shewbread also set they in order upon the pure table; and the candlestick of gold with the lamps thereof, to burn every evening: for we keep the charge of the LORD our God; but ye have forsaken him.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וּמַקְטִרִ֣ים

H6999

And they burn

to smoke, i.e., turn into fragrance by fire (especially as an act of worship)

יְהוָ֣ה

H3068

of the LORD

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

עֹל֣וֹת

H5930

burnt sacrifices

a step or (collectively, stairs, as ascending); usually a holocaust (as going up in smoke)

בַּבֹּ֣קֶר

H1242

every morning

properly, dawn (as the break of day); generally, morning

בַּבֹּ֣קֶר

H1242

every morning

properly, dawn (as the break of day); generally, morning

בָּעֶ֔רֶב

H6153

and every evening

dusk

בָּעֶ֔רֶב

H6153

and every evening

dusk

וּקְטֹֽרֶת

H7004

incense

a fumigation

סַמִּים֩

H5561

and sweet

an aroma

#10

וּמַֽעֲרֶ֨כֶת

H4635

an arrangement, i.e., (concretely) a pile (of loaves)

#11

לֶ֜חֶם

H3899

the shewbread

food (for man or beast), especially bread, or grain (for making it)

#12

עַל

H5921

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

#13

הַשֻּׁלְחָ֣ן

H7979

table

a table (as spread out); by implication, a meal

#14

הַטָּה֗וֹר

H2889

also set they in order upon the pure

pure (in a physical, chemical, ceremonial or moral sense)

#15

וּמְנוֹרַ֨ת

H4501

and the candlestick

a chandelier

#16

הַזָּהָ֤ב

H2091

of gold

gold, figuratively, something gold-colored (i.e., yellow), as oil, a clear sky

#17

וְנֵֽרֹתֶ֙יהָ֙

H5216

with the lamps

a lamp (i.e., the burner) or light (literally or figuratively)

#18

לְבָעֵר֙

H1197

thereof to burn

to be(-come) brutish

#19

בָּעֶ֔רֶב

H6153

and every evening

dusk

#20

בָּעֶ֔רֶב

H6153

and every evening

dusk

#21

כִּֽי

H3588

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

#22

שֹׁמְרִ֣ים

H8104

for we keep

properly, to hedge about (as with thorns), i.e., guard; generally, to protect, attend to, etc

#23

אֲנַ֔חְנוּ

H587

#24

אֶת

H853

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

#25

מִשְׁמֶ֖רֶת

H4931

the charge

watch, i.e., the act (custody), or (concretely) the sentry, the post; objectively preservation, or (concretely) safe; figuratively observance, i.e., (

#26

יְהוָ֣ה

H3068

of the LORD

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

#27

אֱלֹהֵ֑ינוּ

H430

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

#28

וְאַתֶּ֖ם

H859

thou and thee, or (plural) ye and you

#29

עֲזַבְתֶּ֥ם

H5800

but ye have forsaken

to loosen, i.e., relinquish, permit, etc

#30

אֹתֽוֹ׃

H853

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

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 2 Chronicles. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, 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

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 does this verse's literary context within 2 Chronicles chapter 13 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?