2 Chronicles 14:15

Authorized King James Version

They smote also the tents of cattle, and carried away sheep and camels in abundance, and returned to Jerusalem.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְגַם

H1571

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

אָֽהֳלֵ֥י

H168

also the tents

a tent (as clearly conspicuous from a distance)

מִקְנֶ֖ה

H4735

of cattle

something bought, i.e., property, but only live stock; abstractly, acquisition

הִכּ֑וּ

H5221

They smote

to strike (lightly or severely, literally or figuratively)

וַיִּשְׁבּ֨וּ

H7617

and carried away

to transport into captivity

צֹ֤אן

H6629

sheep

a collective name for a flock (of sheep or goats); also figuratively (of men)

לָרֹב֙

H7230

in abundance

abundance (in any respect)

וּגְמַלִּ֔ים

H1581

and camels

a camel

וַיָּשֻׁ֖בוּ

H7725

and returned

to turn back (hence, away) transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively (not necessarily with the idea of return to the starting point);

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יְרֽוּשָׁלִָֽם׃

H3389

to Jerusalem

jerushalaim or jerushalem, the capital city of palestine

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Chronicles, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, 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 revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

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?
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?
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?